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Manager, Internal Audit

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development, and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

 

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer globally, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 84-year history. Today, we're looking for energetic people with the potential to perform and the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.


Location: Canton, MI, USA  

 

 

What we are looking for:

 

Yazaki is looking for a Manager, Internal Audit to join our Internal Audit department in Canton, MI. This person is responsible to monitor and manage assigned financial, operational, compliance, and other audits.  They will assist management to ensure that the audit plans are prepared and implemented, reports are completed, budgets information is provided, and audit assignments are completed with management’s sign off.  They will also manage special projects for the improvement of business operations.  The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative and action-driven environment making lasting impacts on the organization. This position is hybrid.

 

What you will be doing:

 

General Management Responsibilities:

  • Plan, organize, and direct audit project(s) to achieve departmental objectives.
  • Interact with all levels of management and associates on a regular basis.
  • Communicate corporate and departmental goals and related metrics to staff.
  • Manage associates to ensure they complete their assigned tasks efficiently and effectively.
  • Develop subordinates by identifying training needs and ensure required training and reference materials are current. 
  • Conduct performance reviews in a timely manner and provide regular performance feedback to staff.

 

Internal Audit Management Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and manage the relevant business focused audit team(s) and processes.
  • Ensure that work is performed efficiently, timely with high quality.
  • Perform audit risk assessments are performed on an ongoing basis with objective results.
  • Work with management in the preparation and implementation of formal audit plans which identify areas to be audited along with audit approach and expected timing and extent of audit procedures for all YIC affiliates. 
  • Coordinate the staff resources for each audit to perform the planned audits at all YIC affiliates (including joint ventures) located in North and South America.
  • Approve audit programs developed by staff which define specific procedures to be performed during an audit.
  • Ensure that staff completes the procedures outlined by formal audit programs in order to perform examinations of financial and operational processes.
  • Review audits performed by the audit team(s) and coach the audit supervisor in the performance of the audit as well as achieving the level of compliance with established policies and procedures.
  • Manages special projects to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy of financial reporting and other business activities lacking sufficient formal policies/procedures and/or internal controls.
  • Review/complete working papers to document purpose, procedures, and conclusion of test work performed.
  • Review/prepare flowcharts and/or narratives to document the internal control environment, operational systems, and procedural processes.
  • Analyze and evaluate internal controls, current business flows, policies and procedures, and propose recommendations for cases of non-compliance, missing policies, and general operational and control improvements.

 

What you will bring to the table:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Active CPA and CIA license, or in process
  • 3-5 years of management experience required, 7-8 years of experience in public accounting or internal audit preferred
  • Must be available to travel internationally and domestically to affiliates and joint ventures located throughout North and South America, up to 30%

 

What we can provide you:

 

  • A safe collaborative learning work environment that stimulates creativity and exploration
  • Diverse teams of experts
  • Resources from around the globe
  • Supportive leadership and team members to help you do your best work
  • Opportunities for professional growth
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package including incentive compensation, 401K match, tuition assistance and a generous holiday schedule
  • A hybrid work schedule

 

 

 

Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.

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