Snr Manager of IT Internal Controls
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Job description
The Senior Manager of IT Internal Controls will oversee the development and maintenance of a comprehensive IT internal control framework that ensures the integrity, security, and compliance of our global information systems and technology infrastructure. This role is critical in meeting Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements, supporting compliance across multiple international markets, and addressing the complex IT risks inherent in the automotive supply chain. A key responsibility will be to support the effective establishment of an internal audit function focused on IT controls and risk management to strengthen governance and compliance throughout the organization., * Design, implement, and maintain IT internal controls related to financial reporting systems and key IT processes across global operations, ensuring alignment with SOX and international regulatory requirements.
- Lead IT risk assessments focusing on global IT systems, cybersecurity, access controls, change management, data privacy, and IT operational risks affecting financial reporting.
- Collaborate with global IT, finance, compliance, and internal audit teams to embed controls across ERP systems, manufacturing execution systems (MES), supply chain management platforms, cloud services, and cybersecurity programs.
- Manage IT control testing, remediation efforts, and documentation supporting quarterly SOX compliance cycles and other regulatory audits.
- Engage with external auditors, regulators, and cross-border compliance teams to facilitate IT control audits and regulatory reviews.
- Monitor emerging IT risks, evolving regulatory requirements in key global jurisdictions, and automotive industry standards to enhance the IT control environment.
- Provide leadership and training to global IT and business teams on IT compliance, control practices, and risk mitigation.
- Prepare comprehensive reports on IT control effectiveness, issues, and remediation status for senior leadership, Audit Committee, and global stakeholders.
- Foster a global culture of IT governance, risk awareness, data protection, and compliance within a complex automotive supply chain.
Requirements
- Education requirement. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or related field. Relevant certifications like CISA, CISSP, CISM, CPA, or CIA are strongly preferred.
- 5-10+ years of experience in IT internal controls, IT audit, risk management, or cybersecurity, with experience in a global public company within the automotive or manufacturing sectors preferred.
- Deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience with SAP ERP systems, including financial, controlling, and supply chain modules.
- Experience with other global enterprise systems such as Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or cloud ERP platforms is advantageous.
- Expertise in SOX IT general controls (ITGC), application controls, and experience managing compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES), automotive-specific IT systems, and supply chain IT platforms.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001), data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA), and cloud security technologies (AWS, Azure).
- Proven leadership in managing complex, cross-functional controls programs in a global environment.
- Superior communication and project management skills with the ability to influence senior leadership and global teams.
- High ethical standards, integrity, and a commitment to compliance in public company environments.