Head of Global Product – Audit

Head of Global Product – Audit (Sr. Director) Join to apply for the Head of Global Product – Audit (Sr. Director) role at Grant Thornton (US) 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 use 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. Salary The base salary range for this position in the firm’s Chicago, IL, Downers Grove, IL, Denver, CO and Baltimore, MD offices only is between $206,300 and $343,800 per year. The base salary range for this position in the firm’s Washington, DC, Bellevue, WA, Los Angeles, CA, Newport Beach, CA, San Diego, CA, Iselin, NJ and New York, NY offices only is between $222,804 and $371,304 per year. The base salary range for this position in the firm’s San Francisco, CA and San Jose, CA offices only is between $237,245 and $395,370 per year. About Us At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. We offer a career path with more opportunity, flexibility, and support, truly setting us apart in the professional services sector. About The Team Work location, schedule, and flex time are flexible; the hybrid model requires in‑person attendance at least two days per week at a GT office or client site. Support for overall well‑being through work‑life integration options. Comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all identities, roles, and aspirations you bring. Commitment to meaningful action for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Next Steps If you apply and are selected, a Grant Thornton team member will schedule a time to connect. Explore other roles that may fit your profile or learn more about us at https://www.grantthornton.com/careers. Benefits For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits Interns are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and other programs, and receive at least 72 hours of paid sick leave. Seasonal employees may receive similar coverage plus eligibility for the firm’s 401(k) plan. Both interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for discretionary annual bonuses. Grant Thornton employees may receive discretionary bonuses based on performance. Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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, grant Thornton provides reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship. For Los Angeles applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For Massachusetts applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment; Grant Thornton does not require such tests. #J-18808-Ljbffr