Mazda North American Operations

Manager, Corporate Audit

Mazda North American Operations
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $108,900 - $166,125 per yearWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in managing corporate audits, including J-SOX ITGC testing and compliance with IIA Standards. Proficient in risk assessment, internal control evaluation, and stakeholder management, with strong capabilities in data analytics and audit software.

Highest-signal resume keywords
J-SOX ITGC TestingCertified Public Accountant (CPA)Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)Data Analytics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Manage all aspects of corporate audits, including J-SOX ITGC testing, planning, resourcing, program development, execution, documentation, and reporting
  • Prepare audit risk assessments and execute, monitor, and update the long-term Audit Plan and J-SOX ITGC testing across Mazda North American entities
  • Deliver audits and special projects, including support for expanding new markets
  • Ensure audit workpapers and deliverables comply with the Corporate Audit Standards Manual and IIA Standards
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks within operational functions and third-party vendors
  • Partner with management to identify root causes, evaluate remediation, and develop recommendations
  • Evaluate internal control design and operating effectiveness and monitor remediation plans
  • Provide advisory insight on operational, compliance, technology, and third-party risks
  • Coordinate audit documentation, findings, and issue tracking in Auditboard (Optro)
  • Present audit plans, results, and key risks to Mazda Corporate GLAD
  • Support Audit Committee materials and presentations
  • Oversee special projects, task forces, investigations, and ad-hoc initiatives
  • Lead, mentor, train, and develop audit staff
  • Manage staff performance, resources, temporary staff, contractors, and specialized skill sets
  • Serve as a trusted advisor and escalate significant or unresolved risks
  • Represent Internal Audit in governance forums and cross-functional initiatives
  • Comply with company policies and standards and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 7+ years experience managing audits within internal audit functions or related accounting roles, in a professional automotive sale, distribution, financial, or corporate services audit environment, and/or with a public accounting firm
  • Bachelor of Science (BS) in Accounting required, or BS in Business Administration/Management, Economics, or Finance required
  • An equivalent mix of education, training, and/or work experience may be considered in place of a degree
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) required upon hire
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) required upon hire
  • Intermediate-Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, VISIO, ACL, Auditboard (Optro), and additional computer-assisted audit software
  • Proficiency in IIA Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and GAAP
  • Proficiency with the five CISA domains
  • Experience with data analytics, continuous auditing techniques, and automation
  • Ability to interpret data trends and translate insights into actionable, risk-focused recommendations
  • Advanced stakeholder management, executive communication, and influencing skills
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, employees, and external vendors
  • Proficient in English and Spanish (reading, writing, speaking) preferred
  • Proficient in AI/Agent tools to perform audits preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Comprehensive benefits package (details provided via employer link)
  • Remote work supported in listed U.S. states

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Hard Skills
Audit Risk AssessmentInternal Control EvaluationContinuous Auditing TechniquesOperational Risk ManagementAudit DocumentationCompliance StandardsData InterpretationAudit PlanningRemediation MonitoringAudit Reporting
Soft Skills
Stakeholder ManagementExecutive CommunicationInfluencing SkillsTeam LeadershipRelationship Building
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelVISIOACLAuditboard (Optro)Computer-Assisted Audit SoftwareAI/Agent Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Industry Keywords
Internal AuditCorporate Audit StandardsGAAPAutomotive IndustryPublic Accounting