Sr. Director Internal Audit

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Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. The company’s salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 11 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products.

Summary

The Sr Director, Internal Audit leads Compass Minerals’ global internal audit function, reporting to the Board’s Audit Committee and the CFO. This role sets and executes the strategic vision for internal audit, oversees the Company’s internal control environment and SOX compliance, and manages all audit planning and execution worldwide. The position provides independent assurance to the Board and senior leadership on the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls, while also identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and improve business processes. Additionally, this leader develops and supports a team of audit professionals, including full-time staff and co-sourced partners.

Essential Job Functions include, but are not limited to the following:

(Management reserves the right to add or modify the duties and responsibilities at any time.)

- Lead the Internal Audit Department in risk assessment, development of risk‑based audit plans, and execution of audit procedures.

- Continuously identify and assess organizational risks by maintaining a comprehensive internal control risk assessment and engaging business leadership.

- Evaluate and improve internal controls over operations and financial reporting, including reviewing processes and recommending enhancements.

- Assess and implement new controls as business activities evolve.

- Prepare and present clear audit findings and updates to executive management and the Audit Committee.

- Build strong relationships with business leaders and control functions to support audit activities and risk management.

- Consult with departments on strategic projects and process improvements.

- Oversee the enterprise risk management (ERM) program, including annual risk assessments, maintenance of the risk register, and reporting top risks to the Board.

- Provide expert judgment on key risk areas and advise senior management on improving control and operating effectiveness.

- Manage operational, financial, compliance, and IT audits, ensuring proper planning, documentation, and high‑quality reporting.

- Oversee SOX 404 compliance, including control testing, coordination with external auditors, and monitoring changes impacting SOX controls.

- Identify control gaps and drive remediation, ensuring timely and effective corrective actions by management.

- Serve as a key liaison to the Audit Committee, reporting on audit plans, SOX progress, and significant findings.

- Manage internal audit resources, including supervising staff, overseeing co‑sourced partners, and ensuring high‑quality execution of audit projects.

- Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing audit team, while managing the department’s operating budget and promoting strong ethical culture.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

- Bachelors degree in Accounting

- 12 years of audit and compliance experience in progressively senior roles, including conducting risk assessments and operational, financial, and compliance audits—preferably in a multinational company or through Big 4 public accounting.

- 5 years of managerial experience leading audit teams.

- Demonstrated experience developing and deploying risk assessment strategies and tools.

- Ability to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 20–30%).

- Ability to effectively influence and partner with management at all levels.

- Strong ethics, integrity, sound judgment, and ability to manage confidential matters.

- Solid business acumen with strong analytical skills and intellectual curiosity.

- Deep knowledge of audit, risk management, accounting principles, and U.S. GAAP.

- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to non‑financial stakeholders.

- Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

- Effective interpersonal and consultative skills, with tact, diplomacy, and the ability to influence at all levels.

- Proficient in preparing high‑quality reports, analyses, and presentations.

- Up‑to‑date understanding of audit standards (PCAOB, GAAS, AICPA, IAS) and industry best practices.

- Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and deliver results.

- Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends.

Preferred Qualifications

- CIA, CPA, CISA, or CFE

- Master degree in accounting

- Big 4 accounting firm experience

- Experience in a multi‑location manufacturing environment

- Direct international experience

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compass Minerals is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are firmly committed to making all employment-related decisions without regard to race, ancestry, ethnicity, color, religious creed or belief, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy and breastfeeding), age, military or veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by law. Learn more about equal employment opportunity laws at dol.gov. Mar 2026