What are the responsibilities and job description for the MD Internal Audit position at Southwest Airlines?
Department: Finance Division
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description: Job Summary
The Managing Director of Internal Audit serves as the Department Head for Southwest Airlines’ Internal Audit department and is responsible for establishing and directing programs and procedures for internal audit. Additionally, the position is responsible for providing strategic and tactical leadership of audit plan development and monitoring of accounting, financial, operational and IT controls. The position is responsible for leading a Team to accomplish the audit plan and focus on related relevant issues that arise from the function.
Additional details:
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.
Responsibilities
Develop an annual audit plan and annual operating plan consistent with overall company risks/objectives
Reassess audit plan and revise in order to respond to changing business conditions
Update senior management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors on Internal Audit activities
Enhance audit effectiveness by establishing and maintaining continuous working relationships with management and with the Chairman and members of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors
Have continuous awareness of current and emerging business issues, company strategic objectives, and strategic initiatives, and evaluate those for any potential risks to the enterprise
Ensure effective communication of audit results to management by directing the preparation of timely, accurate, and pertinent audit reports
Stay abreast of current developments in auditing, accounting, information technology, and fraud detection concepts and emerging issues
Partner with key stakeholders, exchanging pertinent information to guide risk discussions
Seek opportunities for the audit team to provide assistance to management through consulting on project teams or special projects
Partner with operational groups to solve business problems while maintaining objectivity
Cultivate, support, promote, and inspire an organizational culture that affords for high performance, high morale, integrity, trust, and Teamwork
Provide strategic direction to department and drives linkage between departmental and company strategies and create and communicate department vision to department and internal business partners
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and a working knowledge of the pronouncements of the Public Company Auditor Oversight Board, and the SEC
Knowledge of and the ability to effectively communicate emerging risks
Knowledge of general controls on IT
Skilled in oral and written communication and the ability to present in front of large and small groups
Skilled in leadership, coaching, mentoring, and developing people
Skilled in leading change and continuous improvement
Ability to present with impact and influence senior leadership
Ability to present to the Board of Directors with strong leadership presence
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departments
Ability to show high emotional intelligence in various situations
Ability to use judgement sufficient to handle and resolve complex issues
Ability to show the use of sound judgement, integrity and ethical behavior Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Demonstrated experience leading multiple teams or functions through subordinate Leaders
Advanced level Business Acumen in functional area with understanding of broad business impacts
Expansive and far reaching knowledge in:
Management Information Systems, Business Administration, Accounting, or finance
Licensing/Certification
N/A
Physical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from limited space work station/desk/office area for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Pay & Benefits
Competitive market salary from $219,250 - 243,600 per year* depending on qualifications and experience, with opportunity for future pay increases based on performance and market movement. For eligible leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits you’ll love:
Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**
Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit***
Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)
Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.
Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply.
Job Posting End Date
08/07/2025
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description: Job Summary
The Managing Director of Internal Audit serves as the Department Head for Southwest Airlines’ Internal Audit department and is responsible for establishing and directing programs and procedures for internal audit. Additionally, the position is responsible for providing strategic and tactical leadership of audit plan development and monitoring of accounting, financial, operational and IT controls. The position is responsible for leading a Team to accomplish the audit plan and focus on related relevant issues that arise from the function.
Additional details:
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.
Responsibilities
Develop an annual audit plan and annual operating plan consistent with overall company risks/objectives
Reassess audit plan and revise in order to respond to changing business conditions
Update senior management and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors on Internal Audit activities
Enhance audit effectiveness by establishing and maintaining continuous working relationships with management and with the Chairman and members of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors
Have continuous awareness of current and emerging business issues, company strategic objectives, and strategic initiatives, and evaluate those for any potential risks to the enterprise
Ensure effective communication of audit results to management by directing the preparation of timely, accurate, and pertinent audit reports
Stay abreast of current developments in auditing, accounting, information technology, and fraud detection concepts and emerging issues
Partner with key stakeholders, exchanging pertinent information to guide risk discussions
Seek opportunities for the audit team to provide assistance to management through consulting on project teams or special projects
Partner with operational groups to solve business problems while maintaining objectivity
Cultivate, support, promote, and inspire an organizational culture that affords for high performance, high morale, integrity, trust, and Teamwork
Provide strategic direction to department and drives linkage between departmental and company strategies and create and communicate department vision to department and internal business partners
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and a working knowledge of the pronouncements of the Public Company Auditor Oversight Board, and the SEC
Knowledge of and the ability to effectively communicate emerging risks
Knowledge of general controls on IT
Skilled in oral and written communication and the ability to present in front of large and small groups
Skilled in leadership, coaching, mentoring, and developing people
Skilled in leading change and continuous improvement
Ability to present with impact and influence senior leadership
Ability to present to the Board of Directors with strong leadership presence
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departments
Ability to show high emotional intelligence in various situations
Ability to use judgement sufficient to handle and resolve complex issues
Ability to show the use of sound judgement, integrity and ethical behavior Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Experience
Demonstrated experience leading multiple teams or functions through subordinate Leaders
Advanced level Business Acumen in functional area with understanding of broad business impacts
Expansive and far reaching knowledge in:
Management Information Systems, Business Administration, Accounting, or finance
Licensing/Certification
N/A
Physical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from limited space work station/desk/office area for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Pay & Benefits
Competitive market salary from $219,250 - 243,600 per year* depending on qualifications and experience, with opportunity for future pay increases based on performance and market movement. For eligible leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits you’ll love:
Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**
Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit***
Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)
Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.
Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
- Pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period of time
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply.
Job Posting End Date
08/07/2025
Salary : $219,250 - $243,600
