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This position reports to:
Head of Audit Strategy and Methodology__
Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit Strategy and Methodology, the Internal Audit Methodology and Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the quality, effectiveness, and consistency of ABB's Internal Audit services. This role leads the design and execution of the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP), owns the internal audit methodology and drives continuous improvement and capability building across the audit team.
Your Responsibilities
Internal Audit Methodology
Own, maintain, and continuously update the internal audit methodology in alignment with IIA Standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
Perform quality review of audit SOPs, templates, tools, and working paper standards to ensure they comply with internal audit methodology requirements.
Monitor updates to IIA Standards and regulatory requirements; trigger and manage methodology review cycles.
Management of the Quality Assurance Improvement Program
Perform ongoing internal assessments (engagement-level quality reviews and periodic self-assessments) to evaluate conformance with IIA Standards and internal methodology.
Own the quality metrics dimension of the Audit Performance Dashboard, define Key Quality Indicators and reporting frameworks.
Monitor and prepare reports on quality metrics and trends to the Audit Committee, Audit Management team and global audit team.
Track corrective actions to closure and validate remediation effectiveness.
Continuous improvement initiatives and training
Design and deliver training sessions to upskill the audit team on methodology updates, quality standards, and emerging audit topics.
Facilitate lessons-learned exercises based on quality reviews
Maintain and enhance the internal audit knowledge repository, including audit case studies, lessons learned, best practice examples, and methodology documentation.
Lead quality-driven improvement initiatives based on QAIP findings, lessons learned, and benchmarking insights.
Your background:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Certifications: CIA, CISA, or similar certification is a strong plus.
Minimum 8 years in an internal audit, process management, or operational excellence role.
Solid understanding of internal audit processes and the IIA Standards.
Proven track record of designing and implementing Internal Audit QAIP programs.
Experience as External Quality Assessor is a plus.
Experience with audit management software and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).
Quality mindset with strong attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
Leadership and influencing skills to drive change across a diverse, global audit team.
Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills.
Bring your commitment to quality and governance to a role where you can truly shape our global audit community.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- CIA, CISA, or similar certification
- Minimum 8 years of experience in internal audit, process management, or operational excellence
- Solid understanding of internal audit processes and IIA Standards
- Proven experience designing and implementing Internal Audit QAIP programs
- Experience as an External Quality Assessor
- Experience with audit management software and data visualization tools such as Power BI
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement
- Leadership and influencing skills to drive change across a diverse, global audit team
- Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills
ABB Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.
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What We Do
ABB is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. By connecting software to its electrification, robotics, automation and motion portfolio, ABB pushes the boundaries of technology to drive performance to new levels. With a history of excellence stretching back more than 130 years, ABB’s success is driven by about 110,000 talented employees in over 100 countries. www.abb.com
