Sr. Internal Auditor

Yamaha has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Internal Auditor to join our Finance team in Cypress, CA. The Senior Internal Auditor will assist Division Manager, Internal Audit in execution of J-Sox, operational audits and other internal audit projects to promote and ensure a strong financial and business control environment of the company. Senior Internal Auditor works on complex audit areas independently and ensures successful completion of assigned audit engagements. Senior Internal Auditor applies risk and control concepts to scenario encountered, identifies any potential issues and guide auditees for proper resolutions.

What you'll be doing:

• Assist process owners to prepare/update control matrix and evaluate the appropriateness of the controls based on the control objective and model control provided by the parent company. Prepare flowcharts and narrative where necessary. Write/revise a test plan based on the control descriptions provided by process owners.
• Perform test of controls based on the test plan to determine whether the controls are operating effectively. Ensure test results are well-documented based on a complete and accurate understanding of the control and risk.
• If a design/operating deficiency is noted, work with the process owner to ensure that an effective remediation is implemented, and retest is completed timely
• Roll-forward the test results by confirming controls with process owners
• Coordinate with external auditor for their audit
• Perform a planning work and develop an audit program relevant to risk and test objectives.
• Conduct an opening meeting with auditees to discuss the scope and procedures of the audit
• Obtain an understanding of the current process through interviews of auditees and review of financials, policies and pro. Evaluate the appropriateness of the controls in the process.
• Test to verify whether the process is operated as designed. Confirm audit findings of the assigned area with auditees to ensure that the audit conclusions are based on the accurate understanding of the issues. Summarize the findings and draft recommendations for an audit report.
• Conduct a closing meeting with auditee’s key management to ensure that final audit findings are accurate.
• Monitor the progress against the audit program to ensure the audit is completed in a timely and quality manner.
• Prepare an audit report.
• J-Sox – Based on the guideline provided by the parent company, determine appropriateness of design and operational effectiveness of controls in the assigned areas.
• Operational Audit – Determine an audit conclusion in each assigned area based on the audit program. Determine the impact of the exceptions to the entire audit and the audited entity and appropriateness of action plans based on the business environment and risk.

What you need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance
• CPA/CIA/CISA preferred
• 5+ years of audit experience
• IT audit experience (including IT J-Sox/U.S. Sox) would be a plus
• J-Sox and/or U.S. Sox documentation and testing
• Proficient computer skills and in the use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent organizational skills to complete multiple tasks in a timely manner

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

Pay Range:

• $64,725 - $114,562

Yamaha intends to offer the selected candidate base pay dependent on job-related experience. Base pay is part of Yamaha’s Total Reward program, our Talent Acquisition Team will share more details as candidates progress.

What’s in it for you:

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Fertility Benefits
• 37.5 hour work-week
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles)
• Long-Term Disability
• Student Debt Repayment Benefits
• Ability to borrow Yamaha product

Reports to: Division Manager Internal Auditor