Senior Manager - Internal Audit & Global SOX Compliance - Adient

Primary Duties

• Provide leadership in the annual risk assessment and development of the internal audit plan, including meeting with management for risk identification and prioritization of audit activities
• Lead and manage the planning, execution, and reporting of global audits across various business units and functions with support from internal and external resources (co-source partners)
• Develop material for the Audit Committee meetings and perform ad hoc analysis to support the VP of Internal Audit or other key stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and pursue process simplification and standardization to increase audit effectiveness and efficiencies
• Oversee the execution of SOX testing, control documentation, and assessment of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)
• Lead quarterly and annual meetings with the CEO, CFO, Corporate Controller, CISO, and VP of Internal Audit to review and assess the SOX program prior to issuing the 10Q/K
• Collaborate with individual locations, shared service centers, and internal audit to assist in the identification of control gaps, development of remediation plans, and timely closure of gaps
• Partner with management on SOX education, evaluating control design modification and remediation plans
• Support management by participating in meetings as a subject matter expert when new systems are developed and/or processes change
• Serve as a trusted source of advice on process, controls, and organizational improvement
• Minimal travel required.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience within Finance, Accounting, or external/internal audit with sufficient experience in project management and the design and evaluation of internal controls. Big 4 accounting experienced is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley, US GAAP, COSO, PCAOB Auditing Standards, risk and controls standards, and business process best practices.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated strong leadership traits and executive presence.
• Self-motivated and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent
• 10+ years relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, corporate accounting, or finance roles
• Manufacturing industry experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications (CPA, ACCA, CFE, CMA, CIMA or CIA)
• Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent
• Experience with Hyperion, SAP, and MFG/PRO
• Experience in PowerBI and advanced data analysis