Senior Auditor - Information Technology

What Makes a Honda, Is Who Makes a HondaHonda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!LocationMarysville, Ohio (80% Remote)Job PurposeThe AHM Audit Division is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization’s operations. AHM Audit Division’s role is to assist and support the North American Regional Operating Board (NAROB) and senior executives across North America to strengthen risk management, internal controls, and governance processes among Honda and affiliated operations in North America. AHM Audit also promotes self-reliance within NA operations and helps ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining competitive costs but with the highest quality and efficiency of our products and services to achieve the highest levels of customer satisfaction. AHM Audit assists operational management with analysis of their operations from a compliance, controls, efficiency and risk management viewpoint.The primary role of the Senior Auditor - Information Technology is to help identify, plan and conduct audit and consulting of information technology processes at Honda Group companies, including affiliated suppliers and/or vendors. The Sr. Auditor will assist management with improving the efficiency/effectiveness of their system of internal controls and reduction of risk through analysis of operations and communication of findings including identification of root causes and providing recommendations. The Sr. Auditor will apply common audit methodologies and approaches to plan and conduct information technology audits and will work closely with management personnel at all levels to track countermeasure implementation.The Audit process includes planning the audit including the development of the audit scope, performing audit fieldwork procedures, and preparing and communicating audit reports and completion of workpapers reflecting the results of the work performed. Additionally, the Sr. Auditor is required to perform follow-up on the status of outstanding audit issues. The Sr. Auditor will also assist AHM Audit management with the development of the annual internal audit plan, champion internal control and corporate governance concepts throughout the business and support business planning activities, as assigned. The Sr. Auditor may periodically direct and review the work performed by other Audit Division associates.Key AccountabilitiesPlan and perform information technology audits and business reviews of Honda companies, affiliated suppliers and vendors, which includes the evaluation of control practices, risk management and compliance conditions.Develop recommendations for improving the operations while supporting self-reliance.Write audit reports and audit summaries to effectively communicate the audit results.Document audit activities effectively using approved workpaper formats.Confirm countermeasure implementation and effectiveness through completion of follow-up reviews.Work closely with auditee management associates throughout the Audit process.Communicate audit results to executive management in a clear and concise manner.Evaluate management's countermeasure activity.Help persuade or help others understand potential risk and risk mitigation through improved controls.Perform special projects as directed by AHM executive management and/or AHM Audit management.Participate in select Honda information technology meetings and assist in supporting cross-functional issues.Support organizational improvement through development and presentation of materials and training programs.Assist in developing and implementing improvements to the Audit Division tools, processes, and techniques to support continuous improvement and value-added services.Qualifications, Experience, And SkillsBachelor's or master's degree in information technology or related field or related professional experience.Detailed knowledge in the following areas is necessary: information technology security, IT general controls, governance, operating systems, networking systems, applications, infrastructure, and business continuity/disaster recovery.Knowledge of IT auditing principles and methodologies (e.g. Cobit, COSO) is a significant plus.Professional certification is preferred (e.g., CISA, CISSP, etc.).Six to ten years of professional work experience with a large or medium-sized international company involved with complex information technology operations (automotive experience is a significant plus).Experience with applicable laws and regulations (e.g. privacy compliance) at the North American, national/federal and provincial/state level.Working knowledge of information technology best practices.Working knowledge and experience with various data analytics tools/capabilities is a significant plus.Strong ability to work closely with other operational personnel to solve problems and improve operations to achieve 100% compliance and establish efficiency/effectiveness improvement is necessary.Ability to handle difficult situations and resolve conflict.Consulting experience with strong presentation skills is a plus.High proficiency in MS Office products and internet research capabilities. Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills.Ability to work on multiple projects and collaborate with various levels of operating management in a complex information technology environment to identify and countermeasure actual or potential information technology risks.WorkstyleHybrid (80%)Total Rewards and BenefitsWhat differentiates Honda and makes us an employer of choice?Competitive base salaryAnnual BonusIndustry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision)Paid time off, including vacation, paid holidays, sick time, and personal days401K Plan with company match + additional contributionRelocation EligibleLifestyle BonusCareer Growth:Advancement opportunitiesCareer mobilityEducation reimbursement for continued learningTraining and Development programsAdditional Offerings:Wellbeing programCommunity service and engagement programsProduct programsFree drinks onsiteHonda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

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