The Controls Assurance Lead Auditor will lead the scoping, planning, creation and execution of testing of internal controls over financial reporting (“ICFR”) based on the assessment approach to assess the design and operating effectiveness.  In addition, this role will involve coordination of test schedule and procedures with the control owners and internal as well as external auditors, as needed.  The Controls Assurance Lead Auditor will lead walkthrough meetings with control owners, oversee the entire testing cycle through fieldwork and reporting of the assigned audit areas, and perform control testing activities as well as reviews of the control testing completed by other team members.  The Lead will also communicate the status and results of ICFR testing procedures to various stakeholders including management and external auditors.

 

Additional responsibilities include:

Assist with overall scoping and planning procedures for the assessment cycle Effectively contribute to process improvement initiatives across the organization Lead the development of the audit plan and testing approach Evaluate test plans, procedures and processes of business areas’ test programs against the testing standards Create accurate, logical and detailed work papers clearly describing the work performed, results of testing and conclusions reached Independently validate accuracy and alignment of relevant ICFR documentation (i.e.: control descriptions, risk/control matrices, mapping of controls to financial statement assertions, etc.) Create, maintain and revise internal control documentation Maintain a project plan, which ensures timely completion of ICFR testing in compliance with internal/external audit requirements and deadlines Provide frequent testing status updates to Engagement Manager Support with proactive feedback the management of Governance, Risk and Compliance (“GRC“) system maintenance and usage Coordinate test schedule and procedures with the external auditors and management Identify and escalate risk exposures to appropriate levels of management Prepare deficiency language for issues identified during testing procedures and effectively communicate to various stakeholders including control owners and external auditors Prepare formal written reports to management summarizing audit results Execute special projects, as assigned

 

What You'll Learn:

 

Understand business processes from the initiation of activity through recording, the related controls and risks Identify potential gaps in risks and controls within the control framework presenting potential exposure to management Conduct and lead meetings with different levels of management including interviews to perform testing, learn business processes, provide status updates and deliver issues Effectively project-manage plan and lead testing over multiple business processes  Writing skills to document processes and testing procedures Prepare control testing working papers  Document deficiency language and appropriately communicating the issues to stakeholders including management and external auditors Present testing status and communicate issues to various levels of management Assist in preparing reports and presentations to top management  Build relationships with the external auditors and control owners Work with other leads from different countries to ensure consistency in testing and process documentation

 

What This Role Will Prepare You For:

 

Roles (including manager roles) within Group Controls Assurance, Internal Controls and Financial Reporting, Corporate Finance and Corporate Accounting

 

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 5+ years of relevant work experience, including public accounting experience Experience with SOX and internal controls over financial reporting Fluency in English Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, GRC technologies, and data analysis tools Extensive experience working in a team-oriented and collaborative environment 

Preferred Qualifications:

CPA, CA, CIA, CISA or other relevant local certifications Effective written and verbal communication skills, including thorough work paper documentation techniques Ability to interact with all levels of management and staff Strong leadership, organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills Able to plan scheduled audit work and carry out work of a complex nature Knowledge of further languages (French, Italian, German, Spanish or Portuguese) in addition to the native one is an advantage

 

EOE / Disability / Veteran

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability.  Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.