We are currently recruiting an experienced Lead Auditor to join our team supporting our client in the automotive industry
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Leading and supervising staff auditors in operational, financial, and compliance audits within functional areas such as manufacturing, purchasing and supplier quality, brand and commercial, finance, corporate staff, engineering, design, supply chain management, and/or vehicle safety and regulatory compliance.
- Develop and execute detailed audit plans that identify potential areas of financial, strategic, operational, and compliance risks by assessing the adequacy of internal controls, determining compliance with government regulations and internal policies and procedures, evaluating efficiency and effectiveness of operations, identifying improvement opportunities, and setting implementation targets
- Communicating findings to management, coaching developing audit staff, and cultivating business relationships
- Provide consultation and support to internal audit and compliance activities (e.g., annual risk assessment, recruiting activities). Travel may be required (up to 20% possible) to various domestic locations and supplier facilities.
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field
- Minimum 5 years of audit experience
- Minimum 8 years of professional experience
- Experience leading staff and leading audits
- Strong project management skills
- Strong analytical skills and ability to apply auditing concepts in various functional areas and environments
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to develop strong relationships with audit team and within the business
- Other skills required include negotiation and persuasion, strategy development, problem-solving, along with autonomous decision-making and conflict management
PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Advanced degree
- CPA or CIA certification
- Knowledge and/or experience in the automotive industry a plus
- Strong personal computing skills
- Foreign language skills considered a plus
NOTE:
- Hybrid
- Must be willing and able to travel to the USA, without restrictions, effective on the start date
OTHER PERKS & BENEFITS:
- Cost-sharing medical & dental benefits after 30 days
- 401K plan after 90 days
MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates
