Director Internal Audit

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc.•New Albany, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Internal Audit is responsible for developing and leading CVG’s global Internal Audit function, bringing a disciplined, risk-based approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance across the organization. This role communicates the Internal Audit plan and review results directly to the Audit Committee, executive and senior management, and business unit leaders, and serves as a key member of CVG’s overall control and risk management environment. The Director, Internal Audit assists business leaders in fulfilling their responsibilities for managing risk, ensuring compliance, and achieving business objectives — operating with independence, objectivity, and a commitment to continuous improvement across a global, publicly traded manufacturing enterprise.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive financial and operational auditing experience, including leadership of internal audit teams on concurrent projects.
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification required or strongly preferred: CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent.
Deep knowledge and practical application of the IIA Professional Practice of Internal Auditing standards and Code of Ethics.
Experience leveraging audit management software (specifically Audit Board) and data analytics tools to enhance audit coverage and efficiency.
Credible executive communicator — equally effective presenting to the Board, advising business unit leaders, and developing audit staff.
Collaborative and intellectually curious leader who drives continuous improvement in audit methodology, team capability, and organizational risk culture.
Strong technical knowledge of internal controls, COSO standards, IIA Professional Framework, SOX requirements, and US GAAP & IFRS.
Experience dealing with control and risk issues in a global, publicly traded company, including presenting findings to a Board of Directors or Audit Committee and operating in international environments.
Extensive US and international manufacturing experience; proven track record in risk assessment, problem solving, and impactful reporting of audit results.
Experience with major ERP systems (Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP); knowledge of current and emerging technologies relevant to audit and internal controls.
Advanced Excel proficiency; fluency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with a working knowledge of the Spanish language; highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to reason complex financial impacts on business models.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%.

Responsibilities

Develop and submit a risk-based annual audit plan to management and the Audit Committee for review and approval; review and manage the Internal Audit strategy to appropriately reflect relevant and evolving business risks.
Direct audit scheduling and execution to ensure the most critical risk areas are addressed on a timely and accurate basis; design and implement CVG’s Internal Auditing programs and controls across business systems and processes, financial and accounting systems, IT, investigations, contracts, and business risk assessments.
Conduct complex audit projects to verify the accuracy of records and compliance with standards, policies, and procedures; perform audit procedures including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting processes.
Establish professional expectations and ensure all audits are conducted with objectivity, constructive contribution, and a focus on improving controls, business process efficiency, and profitability.
Prepare periodic reports to management and the Audit Committee on the status and results of the audit plan, resource sufficiency, and significant internal control issues; ensure timely resolution of findings and escalate material matters appropriately.
Ensure corrective action plans are developed and implemented for audit findings; provide timeline progress reporting to management and the Audit Committee through to resolution.
Coordinate Internal Audit activities with external auditors and other internal control functions (including the SOX/Internal Control Compliance department) to ensure appropriate coverage, eliminate duplication of effort, and improve overall audit efficiency and effectiveness.
Provide independent assessments of business management’s view on risk and control effectiveness; evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of business-risk management processes and programs across the enterprise.
Ensure risks associated with current and newly implemented processes or applications are identified and mitigated with appropriate control structures; partner with IT process owners to document IT processes that impact SOX compliance or regulatory standards.
Promote high levels of ethical awareness and conduct throughout CVG; administer independent investigations of fraud, potential ethical problems, or conflicts of interest and notify management and the Audit Committee of findings as appropriate.
Effectively manage the Internal Audit team; take a proactive approach to ensure organizational and staff needs are met through improved automation and work methods, and communicate effectively with all levels of management.
Perform supportive tasks as needed, including corporate IT and internal control implementation, special project reporting, and accounting support; complete special projects and serve on teams as assigned.
Support CVG’s goals, values, and continuous improvement efforts; adhere to established safety policies, procedures, and practices; perform additional duties as assigned.