Remote Corporate Audit Manager: Risk & Controls Leader

Mazda Motor Corporation; New Hampshire; Remote; USD 109,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Mazda North American Operations is seeking a Corporate Audit Manager to lead corporate audit activities across MMA, MCI, MMSCO and MCOL. You will plan and execute risk-based audits, manage J-SOX ITGC testing, and develop internal controls in support of organizational objectives.

The role reports to the Director of Audit & Internal Control and requires strong leadership, GAAP/IIA knowledge, and capability to drive remediation with management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience managing audits within internal audit functions or related accounting roles.
• CPA or CIA certification required upon hire; CISA required upon hire.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Visio, ACL, Auditboard.
• Proficient in GAAP and IIA standards; 5 CISA domains knowledge.
• Proficient in English and Spanish (reading, writing, speaking) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of audits including J-SOX ITGC testing, encompassing audit planning, resourcing, audit program development, execution, documentation, and reporting.
• Prepare audit risk assessments and execute, monitor, and update the long-term Audit Plan and J-SOX ITGC testing activities across Mazda North American entities.
• Deliver audits and special projects in a timely manner per the Audit Plan, including support for expanding new markets.
• Ensure audit workpapers and deliverables adhere to Corporate Audit Standards Manual and IIA Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Initiate and oversee audits and related projects to identify, assess, and mitigate risks within operational functions and third-party vendors.
• Partner with management to identify root causes, evaluate remediation efforts, and develop recommendations.
• Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and monitor remediation plans.
• Provide advisory insight into emerging operational, compliance, technology, and third-party risks.
• Oversee staff development and train on audit standards.
• Represent Internal Audit in governance forums and cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Audit planning

Staff leadership

Risk assessment

IIA standards

Data analytics

Stakeholder mgmt

ITGC testing

English/Spanish (preferred)

Education

BS Accounting

BS Business Admin/Management

BS Economics

BS Finance

Equivalent mix of education/experience

Tools

Auditboard (Optro)

ACL

Excel

Visio

Word

Job description

Mazda North American Operations is seeking a Corporate Audit Manager to lead corporate audit activities across MMA, MCI, MMSCO and MCOL. You will plan and execute risk-based audits, manage J-SOX ITGC testing, and develop internal controls in support of organizational objectives.

The role reports to the Director of Audit & Internal Control and requires strong leadership, GAAP/IIA knowledge, and capability to drive remediation with management.