Hybrid Lead Internal Auditor | CPA/CISA | IT & Controls

FordDirect; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

FordDirect seeks a Lead for Internal Auditing & Controls to lead, develop, and continuously improve the company's internal control framework and audit program. You will identify industry trends and advise on financial, compliance, and data security risks and controls.

The role requires CPA and/or CISA certification and operates in a hybrid format with in-office days Tue–Thu. Responsibilities include managing an annual audit plan, reporting to executives, and coordinating with external auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, information technology, or a related field.
• CPA and/or CISA certification required
• CIA, CISSP, and/or CISM certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee annual enterprise-wide, risk-based internal audit plan.
• Regularly report audit findings and control status to leaders and Audit Committee.
• Conduct internal audits following best practices and document controls and IT walkthroughs.
• Prepare and present testing results and risk assessments to owners, management, and external auditors.
• Ensure timely resolution of audit issues and monitor corrective actions.
• Evaluate enhancements to data security, financial reporting, and analytics processes.

Skills

Project management

Process design

Internal controls

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Ethics & governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/IT

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

FordDirect seeks a Lead for Internal Auditing & Controls to lead, develop, and continuously improve the company's internal control framework and audit program. You will identify industry trends and advise on financial, compliance, and data security risks and controls.

The role requires CPA and/or CISA certification and operates in a hybrid format with in-office days Tue–Thu. Responsibilities include managing an annual audit plan, reporting to executives, and coordinating with external auditors.