Director Internal Audit

About the role

The Director, Internal Audit is responsible for developing and leading CVG’s global Internal Audit function, bringing a disciplined, risk-based approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and submit a risk-based annual audit plan to management and the Audit Committee for review and approval;

• Review and manage the Internal Audit strategy to appropriately reflect relevant and evolving business risks;

• Direct audit scheduling and execution to ensure the most critical risk areas are addressed on a timely and accurate basis;

• Design and implement CVG’s Internal Auditing programs and controls across business systems and processes, financial and accounting systems, IT, investigations, contracts, and business risk assessments;

• Conduct complex audit projects to verify the accuracy of records and compliance with standards, policies, and procedures;

• Establish professional expectations and ensure all audits are conducted with objectivity, constructive contribution, and a focus on improving controls, business process efficiency, and profitability;

• Prepare periodic reports to management and the Audit Committee on the status and results of the audit plan, resource sufficiency, and significant internal control issues;

• Ensure timely resolution of findings and escalate material matters appropriately;

• Coordinate Internal Audit activities with external auditors and other internal control functions (including the SOX/Internal Control Compliance department) to ensure appropriate coverage, eliminate duplication of effort, and improve overall audit efficiency and effectiveness;

• Provide independent assessments of business management’s view on risk and control effectiveness;

• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of business-risk management processes and programs across the enterprise;

• Ensure risks associated with current and newly implemented processes or applications are identified and mitigated with appropriate control structures;

• Partner with IT process owners to document IT processes that impact SOX compliance or regulatory standards;

• Promote high levels of ethical awareness and conduct throughout CVG;

• Administer independent investigations of fraud, potential ethical problems, or conflicts of interest and notify management and the Audit Committee of findings as appropriate;

• Effectively manage the Internal Audit team;

• Take a proactive approach to ensure organizational and staff needs are met through improved automation and work methods, and communicate effectively with all levels of management;

• Perform supportive tasks as needed, including corporate IT and internal control implementation, special project reporting, and accounting support;

• Complete special projects and serve on teams as assigned;

• Support CVG’s goals, values, and continuous improvement efforts;

• Adhere to established safety policies, procedures, and practices;

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field;
• 10+ years of progressive financial and operational auditing experience, including leadership of internal audit teams on concurrent projects;
• Professional certification required or strongly preferred: CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent;
• Deep knowledge and practical application of the IIA Professional Practice of Internal Auditing standards and Code of Ethics;
• Experience leveraging audit management software (specifically Audit Board) and data analytics tools to enhance audit coverage and efficiency;
• Credible executive communicator — equally effective presenting to the Board, advising business unit leaders, and developing audit staff;
• Collaborative and intellectually curious leader who drives continuous improvement in audit methodology, team capability, and organizational risk culture;
• Strong technical knowledge of internal controls, COSO standards, IIA Professional Framework, SOX requirements, and US GAAP & IFRS;
• Experience dealing with control and risk issues in a global, publicly traded company, including presenting findings to a Board of Directors or Audit Committee and operating in international environments;
• Extensive US and international manufacturing experience; proven track record in risk assessment, problem solving, and impactful reporting of audit results;
• Experience with major ERP systems (Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP); knowledge of current and emerging technologies relevant to audit and internal controls;
• Advanced Excel proficiency; fluency in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with a working knowledge of the Spanish language;
• Extremely organized, detail-oriented, and able to reason complex financial impacts on business models;
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%.

Benefits

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Director, Internal Audit

Requisition Number: 123456789