Segment Internal Audit Director

Job description

Career Area: Finance Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. This is Caterpillar Internal Auditing & Advisory Services (IAAS) within Caterpillar Inc has an open position for an IAAS Audit Director. This position serves as an audit director for the Internal Auditing & Advisory Services team supporting all internal risk-based audits for one of Caterpillar’s primary segments. IAAS assists in improving enterprise effectiveness and efficiency by providing independent and objective assurance, risk management, process governance, internal control and related advisory services while being a trusted business partner. What You Will Do: Serve as audit director for IAAS team Responsible for development of the segment internal audit plan targeting the highest risks Lead audit teams through each audit phase including pre-scoping, planning & scoping, fieldwork and wrap-up & reporting Partner with segment and division teams to ensure appropriate action plans are developed and issues are remediated What You Have: Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in a business-related discipline plus significant progressively responsible job-related experience; Preferred experience includes: finance/accounting/auditing/compliance leadership experiences in a global team Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment Communicating Complex Concepts: Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience Risk Management: Knowledge of processes, tools and techniques for assessing and controlling an organization's exposure to risks of various kinds; ability to apply knowledge of risk management appropriately to diverse situations Stakeholder Management: Knowledge of stakeholder management techniques; ability to systematically identify stakeholders, analyze their needs and expectations, and implement various tasks to engage with them Additional Info : The primary locations for this position are Irving, TX or Peoria, IL Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify Sponsorship is not available International and Domestic travel up to 20% This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to Caterpillar’s long-term incentive plan About Caterpillar For more than a century, Caterpillar has helped build a better, more sustainable world. With 2025 sales and revenues of $67.6 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is shaping the future as the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. Backed by one of the largest independent global dealer networks and financing services through Cat Financial, the company’s primary business segments: Power & Energy, Construction Industries and Resource Industries are solving customers’ toughest challenges through commercial excellence and advanced technology, driven by a highly skilled, dedicated global team. Final details: Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. #LI Summary Pay Range: $189,080.00 - $283,630.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits: Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits. Medical, dental, and vision benefits* Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* 401(k) savings plans* Health Savings Account (HSA)* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* Health Lifestyle Programs* Employee Assistance Program* Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts* Career Development* Incentive bonus* Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tuition Reimbursement * These benefits also apply to part-time employees This position requires working onsite five days a week. Relocation is available for this position. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Posting Dates: September 3, 2026 - September 17, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community .