Senior Internal Auditor

NACBA; Torrance, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissin RHQ-Americas is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor (Senior Specialist) to independently manage hands-on, risk-based audits across U.S. and Mexico operations, from scoping through reporting. You will partner with cross-functional leaders to strengthen controls and improve processes.

Reporting to Internal Audit Manager, the role requires 4+ years of audit experience, English proficiency, and the ability to work across functions and cultures. Some travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 4+ years of progressive audit experience with SOX/J-SOX/internal controls or a related risk/assurance role.
• Professional proficiency in written and spoken English; ability to present evidence-based conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute risk-based financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits across U.S. and Mexico entities.
• Define scope, develop audit programs, conduct interviews, analyze data, test controls, and maintain workpapers.
• Evaluate governance, risk management, internal controls, and compliance risks; identify root causes and recommend improvements.

Skills

Analytical judgment

English proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Audit analytics software

Job description

Job Title: Senior Internal Auditor (Senior Specialist)

Department: Internal Audit

Location: Torrance, CA

Reports to: Internal Audit Manager

Travel: Up to 20%

About Nissin RHQ-Americas

Nissin RHQ-Americas supports the Nissin Foods group across the region by strengthening governance, accelerating decision-making, and improving operations.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Internal Auditor (Senior Specialist), you will independently manage hands-on, risk-based audit engagements across U.S. and Mexico operations, from scoping through reporting. Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, you will partner with cross-functional leaders to strengthen controls, manage risk, and improve business processes.

What You’ll Do

• Plan and execute risk-based financial, operational, compliance, and IT-related audits across U.S. and Mexico entities.
• Define scope, develop audit programs, conduct interviews, analyze data, test controls, and maintain clear workpapers.
• Evaluate governance, risk management, internal controls, and compliance risks; identify root causes and recommend practical, value-added improvements.
• Communicate findings through concise reports and management discussions; align on owners and remediation timelines.
• Monitor remediation plans and validate the sustainable closure of audit findings.
• Coordinate with J-SOX/Internal Control teams, support testing and documentation as needed, and align significant findings with Nissin Foods Holdings Internal Audit.
• Monitor emerging business and regulatory risks and support investigations, special reviews, and data-analytics initiatives as needed.

What You Bring

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive audit experience in internal audit, external audit/public accounting, SOX/J-SOX/internal controls, or a closely related risk and assurance role.
• Professional proficiency in written and spoken English, including the ability to present clear, evidence-based conclusions.
• Strong analytical judgment and the ability to independently manage multiple assignments, engage stakeholders, and work effectively across functions and cultures.

Preferred

• Spanish proficiency (written and verbal), particularly for collaboration with Mexico-based stakeholders.
• CIA, CPA, or an equivalent professional certification, or active pursuit of certification.
• Experience in manufacturing, food, or consumer goods.
• Experience with data analytics tools, such as advanced Excel, Power BI, or audit analytics software.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The role includes office-based work and occasional visits to manufacturing or inventory locations. It may require standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 30 pounds during site visits or inventory observations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.