Business Auditor

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? 

Finance strategically partners with operations to drive outstanding business results and enhance Ford’s industry leadership. When you join us, you’ll be able to contribute financial expertise that impacts all areas of our company, including planning, manufacturing, marketing and global distribution.

In this position... 

• Join our dynamic Internal Audit (IA) team, where you will apply and develop expertise in our risk-based audit methodology, supporting engagements from pre-planning through execution, testing, and final report publication. Our team operates in full compliance with IA standards and the Institute of Internal Auditors’ (IIA) International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• As a Staff Internal Auditor, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the Company's assets and enhancing operational efficiency by independently assessing risks, evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, and providing valuable insights to management. You will contribute to providing assurance over achievement of objectives across a diverse global operation.

What you'll do...

• Partner with operational subject matter experts to gain a comprehensive understanding of business processes. Proactively identify, analyze, and test high-risk processes and controls, documenting test procedures, findings, and evidence meticulously within our Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) system.
• Contribute to the assurance that our financial, operational, strategic, and compliance policies and procedures are effectively designed and operating as intended.
• Conduct in-depth client interviews to identify key business risks and their corresponding controls, applying analytical techniques to quantify potential impacts to the Company. Actively participating in critical communication and review forums with IA management, operational leadership, internal control partners, and other key stakeholders, fostering a collaborative and transparent audit process.
• Engage in a continuous learning environment, working on challenging projects that will expand your knowledge of the automotive industry and internal audit best practices.
• Effectively articulate audit findings and observations, collaborating with IA management and audit clients to ensure a clear understanding and alignment on identified gaps and risks.
• For designated audits or phases, assume "Audit Lead" responsibilities, including:
• Directly communicating and coordinating planning efforts.
• Lead the presentation of audit scope, communicate observations and findings at client status meetings.
• Facilitate audit report reviews during client closing conferences, discussing high-risk and medium-risk comments and recommendations.
• Lead reviews with Internal Audit leadership.

You'll have...

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration with a focus on Accounting/Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, or a relevant risk assurance role.
• Demonstrated understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk assessment methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify root causes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting complex information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Willingness to obtain a relevant professional certification (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA) within a specified timeframe.

Even better, you may have...

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience within the automotive industry, particularly within finance, operations, or manufacturing functions.
• Professional certification (CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE).
• Experience with GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) systems and data analytics tools (e.g., ACL, Tableau, Power BI, SQL).
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• A proactive risk-control mindset with a genuine interest in contributing to the Company’s enterprise risk management process and continuous improvement initiatives.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! 

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