Strategic Internal Audit Manager — Global Risk Leadership

Ford Motor; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI is seeking an Audit Manager to lead risk-based engagements across global operations. You will guide engagements from planning through reporting, ensure conclusions are grounded in evidence, and coach auditors to strengthen audit quality.

You’ll partner with senior leaders, apply data analytics and AI-enabled tools to uncover insights, and drive meaningful improvements in governance and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, engineering, or a related field.
• Five or more years of experience in audit, risk management, or project management in a large industrial environment.
• Knowledge of governance, risk management, internal controls, and risk-based audit methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative information.
• Experience using data analytics, visualization, automation, or AI-enabled tools.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements, priorities, and deadlines.
• CIA or IAP certification, or willingness to obtain within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess engagement risks to identify key risks and inform testing scope.
• Lead engagements from planning through reporting with clear objectives and milestones.
• Ensure quality by reviewing findings and evidence and aligning with IA standards.
• Manage delivery by coordinating resources and priorities.
• Turn findings into actionable insights addressing root causes and business impact.
• Communicate with impact via executive-ready reports and presentations.
• Build trusted relationships with business partners and stakeholders.
• Develop audit talent through coaching and mentoring auditors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analytics

Communication skills

Leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, engineering, or related field

Tools

Data analytics tools

AI-enabled tools

Job description

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI is seeking an Audit Manager to lead risk-based engagements across global operations. You will guide engagements from planning through reporting, ensure conclusions are grounded in evidence, and coach auditors to strengthen audit quality.

You’ll partner with senior leaders, apply data analytics and AI-enabled tools to uncover insights, and drive meaningful improvements in governance and internal controls.