Job Description

Hybrid: This position does not require an employee to be on a full-time basis (3 times a week)

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

Support the Audit Director in the in ensuring the development and execution of a comprehensive program of audit work.  This includes leading the development of an annual risk assessment and audit plan.  Support the Lead Auditor in the planning and scoping individual auditsEnsure audit projects address GM and GMAS key strategic and business objectives based on understanding of appropriate business aspects, risks, potential fraud, performance requirements and control processes and systems of auditable activitiesReview and approve workpapers for accuracy, adequate testing coverage, and appropriate documentationOversee development of and review the audit report.   Reviews audit issues ensuring that the root cause is accurately identified and that management action plans are developed that address the root causeManage and provide hands on support to the lead, senior, and staff auditors throughout the auditCommunicate and report audit results with business units and VPs, where applicableServe as primary contact for local auditee management during and after the auditEnsure the audit management system (Star) is updated accurately and timely (including actual and budgeted project hours, dates, action plan status, findings documents)Review and approve team's spendingMonitor, forecast annual team budget, and report to PPGTrack open Issues/Management Action Plan as due date approachingDrives the development of an effective Continuous Business Monitoring and Risk Assessment Process Support Audit Director's meetings with stakeholdersTalent management(timely and ongoing feedback, actively involved in team development and coaching, effectively communicates formal ongoing coaching, in addition to firmal mid-year and year-end evaluations, etc.)Participates in ongoing professional developmentDevelop a good understanding of GM operations worldwideBuilds strong relationships to interface with the business and service linesServe as a brand ambassador for ‘One GMAS’Develop the team

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

High level of integrity and judgmentExcellent oral and written communication skills (English and Portuguese), high level of confidence in interacting with Senior ManagementExcellent interpersonal and organizational skillsConsistently demonstrates positive, proactive attitudeStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesDemonstrates strong leadership ability and managerial courageAbility to comfortably challenge the status quo and bring an innovative mindsetExcellent project and time management skills, including ability to manage more than one audit or project simultaneously.Ability to identify and use data in strategic decision making and risk determinationsAbility to identify opportunities for better risk coverage based on new/emerging data sourcesAble to communicate complex issues clearly and succinctly to technical and non-technical stakeholders to facilitate understanding and informed decision making.

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

Bachelor degree completed in accounting, business administration or related areaFluent in English and PortugueseExtensive audit or relevant experience or combined auditing, accounting, consulting, or process re-engineering experienceLeadership experience.

What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preference Qualifications):

Spanish desirableProfessional certification (CIA, CPA or other similar certification)Big 4 CPA Firm experienceRelevant Industry Experience – Internal Audit

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us 

We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. 

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.