Internal Audit Manager

Position: Internal Audit Manager

At Nexteer, our strength lies in the diversity of our team-each member contributing unique backgrounds, experiences, and aspirations. We believe this diversity fuels our innovation, broadens our perspectives, and propels our collective growth.

For over a century, we've been innovators in the automotive industry. Our vision is clear - we are a global leading motion control technology company accelerating mobility to be safe, green and exciting. Our unwavering commitment to Quality, Collaboration, Integrity, and Accountability guides us as we solve motion control challenges for over 60 global customers. If you're ready to join a dynamic team that drives change and makes a difference, Nexteer welcomes you!

About the role

Nexteer is looking for an Internal Audit Manager. The individual will work closely with the Executive Director, Managers and/or Internal Audit Leads as well as process owners to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, ensure the effectiveness of controls, and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. To be successful in this position, a positive attitude, enthusiasm about learning, and taking on new and challenging assignments is a requirement. Additionally, good communication and time management skills are imperative as the candidate will be communicating with various groups around the globe from all levels in the organization, including executives and staff.

This position is located in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Some travel expected based on business needs.

This position offers the potential opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

As Internal Audit manager you will be responsible to:

Direct Reports and Team Development

• Manage and mentor audit team members, offering clear guidance, performance oversight, coaching for professional growth, and recognition to build a high-performing team aligned with department goals
• Establish clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback.

Audit Planning & Strategy

• Assist in developing a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with organizational objectives.
• Identify key risk areas and recommend audit priorities based on risk assessment results.
• Design and implement audit procedures for the audit staff.

Audit Execution & Supervision

• Lead and manage internal audit engagements, ensuring audits are executed efficiently and in accordance with professional standards.
• Review audit workpapers, ensuring sufficient evidence supports findings and conclusions.
• Provide clear guidance to audit staff and ensure quality assurance throughout engagements.

Reporting & Communication

• Develop comprehensive audit reports that summarize key observations and provide recommendations.
• Present audit findings to management, ensuring clear communication of risks and proposed actions.

Findings Remediation :

• Establish a structured process to monitor outstanding issues, including assigning accountability and setting realistic deadlines.
• Regularly communicate the status of open findings to senior management
• Escalate overdue or high-risk issues to appropriate stakeholders to drive timely resolution.
• Identifying, investigating, and reporting on cases of potential fraud, waste, or abuse
• Ability to travel approximately 25-35% internationally

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in internal/external auditing, accounting/finance is preferred.
• 3+ years of of experience in a supervisor/managerial role. Candidates with equivalent experience in a senior level role may be considered as well.
• CIA or CPA certification required.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices including IFRS management principles, risk management, control techniques, and frameworks is preferred.
• Knowledge of QAD and Hyperion is preferred

Education Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

Nexteer is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Minorities/Veterans/Women

Nexteer is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

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About Nexteer

Nexteer Automotive is a global leading motion control technology company accelerating mobility to be safe, green and exciting. Our innovative product and technology portfolio includes electric and hydraulic power steering systems, steer-by-wire systems, steering columns and intermediate shafts, driveline systems and software solutions. The company solves motion control challenges across all megatrends - including electrification, software/connectivity, ADAS/automated driving and shared mobility - for more than 60 customers around the world including BMW, Ford, GM, RNM, Stellantis, Toyota and VW, as well as automakers in India and China including BYD, Chery, Great Wall, Geely, Xpeng and others. Learn more at: www.nexteer.com