Senior Internal Auditor

Adient plc; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient plc is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead complex internal audits and ensure SOX compliance across global operations. This integral role requires a bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, preferably with Big 4 credentials. Responsibilities include managing SOX risk assessments, executing internal audits, and improving control measures.

Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in auditing tools, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. Join Adient, a leader in automotive seating, to make a significant impact!

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or audit with SOX leadership.
• Big 4 experience preferred; CPA, CIA, CFE, or CISA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SOX, COSO, PCAOB, IIA Standards, US GAAP, and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Lead SOX risk assessment, testing, and management reporting.
• Execute internal audits across planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
• Build strong relationships with business leaders and monitor risks.

Skills

Analytical and critical-thinking skills

Proficient in MS Office

Communication and influencing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Workiva

Job description

Position Summary: The Senior Internal Auditor leads complex internal audits and the end‑to‑end SOX program across global operations. Partners with management and external auditors to ensure compliance with SOX, regulatory requirements, and company policies while delivering actionable recommendations to strengthen internal controls and operational effectiveness. Reports to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit & Global SOX Compliance.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead SOX risk assessment, scoping, control design, testing, quality assurance, remediation monitoring, and management reporting.
• Serve as primary SOX liaison with external auditors; manage timelines, evidence, and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with cross‑function teams to identify, assess, and remediate control gaps, ensuring sustainable solutions and timely closure of issues.
• Review Section 302 certifications, identify themes/gaps, and support remediation plans.
• Maintain and enhance SOX documentation (RCMs, test procedures, templates) and administer Workiva (dashboards, issues, reporting).
• Deliver SOX and internal control training to control owners and testers.
• Lead SOX Program Maturity projects.

Internal Audit

• Execute functional, site, and specialized audits across planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
• Assess compliance with company policies, US GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory standards.
• Communicate results to stakeholders at all levels and track timely, sustainable remediation of findings.

Business Partnership & Risk Advisory

• Build strong relationships with leaders; position Internal Audit as a trusted advisor.
• Monitor regulatory changes, industry trends, and emerging risks; embed leading practices.
• Up to ~20% domestic/international travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
• 4+ years progressive experience in accounting, finance, internal/external audit with SOX leadership.
• Big 4 experience strongly preferred; CPA, CIA, CFE and/or CISA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SOX, COSO, PCAOB, IIA Standards, US GAAP, and IFRS.
• Experience in global and/or manufacturing environments preferred.

Key Skills

• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills; ability to translate complex issues for non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with SAP, Hyperion, QAD, Workiva, and BI tools (e.g., Power BI) preferred.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills; high ethical standards and sound judgment.
• Self‑directed, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, global environment.

Primary Location

Central Tech Unit Plymouth MI

Adient (NYSE: ADNT) is a global leader in automotive seating. With more than 65,000 employees in 29 countries, Adient operates ~200 manufacturing/assembly plants worldwide. We produce and deliver automotive seating for all major OEMs. From complete seating systems to individual components, our expertise spans every step of the automotive seat‑making process. We take our products from research and design to engineering and manufacturing — and into millions of vehicles every year. For more information, please visit www.adient.com.