Head of Global Product - Audit (Sr. Director)

Head of Global Product – Audit (Sr. Director)

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We are seeking an experienced and execution-focused leader to serve as the Head of Global Product – Audit. This new role will drive the execution of Grant Thornton's product strategy for the Audit service line, overseeing the development, prototyping, and launch of innovative, AI-enabled solutions that enhance our professional audit services globally. The Head of Global Product – Audit will lead distributed teams across multiple markets and regions, ensuring operational excellence and measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

Execute the global product strategy for Audit, aligning with business objectives and market needs.

Shape and communicate the product vision and roadmap for Audit, collaborating across the Audit practice and Technology organization.

Focus on use case development and requirements gathering for Audit products, ensuring alignment with business needs and practitioner insights.

Build strong relationships with Audit leaders, Technology leaders, and key corporate stakeholders (Risk, Legal, Compliance, Finance, HR, Operations) to ensure product initiatives meet enterprise requirements and drive business value.

Partner with the Head of Product Innovation and the innovation engineering team on prototyping and MVP development, providing subject-matter expertise and ensuring solutions meet Audit practice requirements.

Collaborate with the Technology Transformation group to drive change management and adoption of new products, ensuring successful implementation and sustained impact across the global Audit practice.

Build and scale product capabilities across international delivery centers.

Standardize processes and governance to ensure consistency and quality across regions.

Leverage data, automation, and AI to drive efficiency and innovation in audit service delivery.

Conduct market research and competitive analysis, define and track key performance indicators (KPIs), and leverage customer feedback and data to drive continuous product improvement and ensure customer satisfaction.

Engage with industry forums and peer product leaders to stay current with trends and best practices, and oversee talent acquisition and development strategies for the global Audit product team.

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence within global teams.

Communicate product vision, progress, and impact to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in product management or product development, with significant exposure to audit services in a professional services environment.

Demonstrated experience working within professional services audit practices, with a strong grasp of the professional landscape's service offerings, client needs, and operational processes.

Deep understanding of audit frameworks, regulatory standards, and industry best practices that can be enabled by technology-enabled service delivery.

Proven ability to collaborate with audit leadership and practitioners to identify opportunities for product-driven innovation.

Proven success in leading global, cross-functional teams and delivering complex products at scale.

Strong understanding of audit processes, regulatory requirements, and technology trends (AI, automation, data platforms).

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required; advanced degree (CPA, MBA, or similar) preferred.

Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Experience working in or with global delivery centers is highly valued.

Preferred Experience

Experience in Big 4 or major professional services firms.

Familiarity with Agile and Lean methodologies.

Experience with cloud-based data platforms and workflow automation tools.

Understanding of regulatory environments across regions (e.g., PCAOB, AICPA, ISQM 1, ERISA, SSAE 18).

Multilingual or experience working in multilingual environments.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and discretionary annual bonus based on individual and firm performance.

Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.

401(k) savings plan with company match and employee retirement plan.

Paid sick leave and paid holidays.

Employee assistance program and resources for well-being.

Additional Details

It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact HR@us.gt.com.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Product Management and Marketing

Industries

Accounting and Business Consulting and Services

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