Controls Assurance Lead Auditor

Stellantis; Poissy; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Stellantis is seeking a Controls Assurance Lead Auditor in Île-de-France to lead ICFR testing, planning and execution. The role coordinates test schedules with control owners and auditors, oversees fieldwork, and communicates results to management and external auditors.

The candidate will supervise staff, ensure documentation quality, and drive process improvements within GRC and data analysis contexts. Fluency in English and strong collaboration skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Minimum five years of relevant work experience, including public accounting.
• Experience with SOX and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, GRC technologies and data analysis tools.
• Extensive experience in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.

Responsabilités

• Lead scoping and planning for the ICFR assessment cycle.
• Oversee testing of ICFR design and operating effectiveness.
• Coordinate test schedules with control owners and external auditors.
• Prepare deficiency language and report to stakeholders.
• Create and maintain internal control documentation and work papers.
• Provide status updates to Engagement Manager throughout fieldwork.
• Communicate testing results to management and external auditors.

Connaissances

Fluency in English

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA, CA, CIA, CISA or other relevant local certifications

Outils

Microsoft Office Suite

GRC technologies

Data analysis tools

Description du poste

The Controls Assurance Lead Auditor will lead the scoping, planning, creation and execution of testing of internal controls over financial reporting “ICFR” based on the assessment approach to assess the design and operating effectiveness. In addition, this role will involve coordination of test schedule and procedures with the control owners and internal as well as external auditors, as needed. The Controls Assurance Lead Auditor will lead walkthrough meetings with control owners, oversee the entire testing cycle through fieldwork and reporting of the assigned audit areas, and perform detailed reviews of the control testing completed by the engagement staff. The Lead Auditor will supervise and provide continuous guidance and feedback to the engagement staff. The Lead will also communicate the status and results of ICFR testing procedures to various stakeholders including management and external auditors.

Additional Responsibilities Include

• Assist with overall scoping and planning procedures for the assessment cycle
• Effectively contribute to process improvement initiatives across the organization
• Lead the development of the audit plan and testing approach
• Evaluate test plans, procedures and processes of business areas' test programs against the testing standards
• Create accurate, logical and detailed work papers clearly describing the work performed, results of testing and conclusions reached
• Independently validate accuracy and alignment of relevant ICFR documentation (i.e.: control descriptions, risk/control matrices, mapping of controls to financial statement assertions, etc.)
• Create, maintain and revise internal control documentation
• Maintain a project plan, which ensures timely completion of ICFR testing in compliance with internal/external audit requirements and deadlines
• Provide frequent testing status updates to Engagement Manager
• Support with proactive feedback the management of Governance, Risk and Compliance (“GRC”) system maintenance and usage
• Coordinate test schedule and procedures with the external auditors and management
• Identify and elevate risk exposures to appropriate levels of management
• Prepare deficiency language for issues identified during testing procedures and effectively communicate to various stakeholders including control owners and external auditors
• Prepare formal written reports to management summarizing audit results
• Execute special projects, as assigned

Profil

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of five years of relevant work experience, including public accounting experience
• Experience with SOX and internal controls over financial reporting
• Fluency in English
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, GRC technologies, and data analysis tools
• Extensive experience working in a team-oriented and collaborative environment

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CA, CIA, CISA or other relevant local certifications
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including thorough work paper documentation techniques
• Ability to interact with all levels of management and staff
• Strong leadership, organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
• Able to plan scheduled audit work and carry out work of a complex nature
• Knowledge of further languages (French, Italian, German, Spanish or Portuguese) in addition to the native one is an advantage

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.