Associate Internal Control

Mitsubishi International • New York, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mitsubishi Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Associate Internal Control to support the Internal Control Program (ICP) across its subsidiaries and affiliates in North America and Latin America. As part of a centralized North American reporting function, the Associate collaborates with the Mitsubishi Corporation Internal Control Team and business stakeholders to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls, support testing and compliance activities, identify process-improvement opportunities, and strengthen the organization’s control environment.

The role supports ICP testing and related engagements, including coordination with business departments, the MIBS J-SOX team, outside testing firms, and external auditors. The Associate prepares testing materials, performs control walkthroughs and examinations of transactions and supporting evidence, documents results, and raises issues for senior team members’ review. The position also handles related administrative matters and helps implement improvements to internal control processes. The role reports to the Specialist Internal Control.

This is a hybrid position based in New York, New York, with in-office work three days per week and work from a designated remote workplace two days per week. Required in-office attendance may change based on circumstances and business needs. The expected base salary is $113,602.50. Compensation decisions depend on the details and circumstances of each hire, including experience, skills, and education.

Requirements

• 1 to 4 years of related experience in internal control testing, internal audit, or external audit.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• English proficiency required.
• Good communication skills with Internal Control team members, counterparties, and external auditors.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple assigned tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience in either external or internal audit, including Internal Control over Financial Reporting testing.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree with an accounting major preferred.
• US CPA holder, including passing the CPA exam, preferred.
• Japanese language proficiency preferred.
• Ability to perform internal control testing with professional skepticism.
• Proactive attitude toward assigned tasks and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assigned internal control testing for MIC, MCA, and subsidiaries in accordance with established testing plans, instructions, and requirements.
• Communicate with relevant Trade and Non-Trade departments to obtain documentation and information needed for testing.
• Support coordination with the MIBS J-SOX team responsible for IT control testing.
• Help coordinate outside firms performing internal control testing, track schedules and deliverables, and escalate delays or issues to senior team members.
• Support ad hoc projects or investigations assigned by MC management.
• Prepare testing documentation, such as testing sheets and related materials, using established templates and guidance.
• Perform tests of control design and operating effectiveness through walkthroughs and examination of transaction documentation and supporting evidence, following established procedures.
• Document testing results and prepare draft summaries or reports for review.
• Report identified control issues to senior team members and assist in drafting feedback and recommendations for relevant parties.
• Handle administrative matters related to contracting, billing, and disbursements associated with ICP activities.
• Support senior team members on J-SOX testing activities and related engagements with MC group companies across North America.
• Respond to routine inquiries, escalate complex matters, and prepare status updates and requests for input to the MC Internal Control Team as directed.
• Assist with communication and coordination between external auditors and relevant Trade and Non-Trade departments to facilitate internal control audits.
• Gather and prepare information in response to external auditor requests and escalate issues raised by auditors to senior team members.
• Identify potential opportunities to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the ICP and share them with senior team members.
• Support implementation of improvements to internal control processes and the control environment for MCA, MIC, and subsidiaries as directed.
• Build effective working relationships with MCA group companies through clear communication and collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and wellness offerings are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time US employees who work at least 30 hours per week; the posting refers readers to a benefits summary for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level