Position Summary/Purpose

Internal Auditor is responsible for the company internal control and audits to ensure the organization's operational efficiency, financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and information security. This position works closely with the Company Headquarters in Japan, various departments, and management teams in a cross-cultural environment to assess, evaluate, and improve internal controls, risk assessment practices, and overall corporate governance for North America (MI, TX, CA, and Mexico).  The Internal auditor will provide consultations on the financial, operational, and internal control activities to the company staff and management.  They will also execute various internal audits process (J-SOX; operational audits for departments; audits assigned by shareholders; etc.) starting from scheduling, coordination, executions, report creations, and report to certain management/shareholders.

Key Job Duties/Responsibilities

Operational Audits:

• Conduct thorough reviews of operational processes to identify inefficiencies, areas for improvement, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Develop and implement audit programs to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of business operations.
• Provide recommendations to optimize operational processes and enhance productivity.
• Coordinate with various teams for improvement activities and monitor their progress until completion.
• Create audit report including audit results, countermeasures/corrective actions, activity progress, and deviated plan as needed in the process for company management and shareholders. 

Financial Audits (JSox):

• Examine financial records, statements, and transactions to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify financial risks and recommend controls to mitigate them.

Compliance Audits:

• Review internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct audits to verify adherence to ethical standards and corporate policies.

Information Security Audits:

• Assess the security of the company's information systems, data, and technology infrastructure.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with findings and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate and organized audit documentation for reference and regulatory purposes.
• Communicate audit results to relevant stakeholders and follow up on the implementation of corrective actions.

Supervisory Responsibility

            None

Education

            Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Experience

• Experience conducting operational or ISO audits (operational improvement).
• JSox and/or experience in a Japanese manufacturing/automobile industry strongly preferred.
• Proven experience in internal auditing, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory frameworks and standards.
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with various teams and departments.
• Integrity, objectivity, and a commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards.

Level 1 (Entry)

• Knowledge- Learns to use professional concepts. Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues.
• Job Complexity- Works on problems of limited scope. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Contact with others is primarily internal.
• Supervision- Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.
• Experience/Education- Typically requires 0-2 years of previous professional experience.

Level 2 (Developing)

• Knowledge- Uses professional concepts; applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
• Job Complexity- Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Has internal and some external contacts.
• Supervision- Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
• Experience/Education- Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience.

Licenses/Certifications Preferred

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Language

Japanese-English bilingual (Spanish skill is a plus)