Senior Internal Auditor - Mexico

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This position is responsible for assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of the IT controls and to provide recommendations for issues noted during the fieldwork.  Audit testing will include following established procedures, use of automated tools and require the creation and maintenance of workpaper evidence to support work performed. This evaluation will be conducted for Magna operating divisions, R&D centers, group offices as well as corporate facilities mainly located within Mexico, Brazil, Argentina and USA.  Regular interaction with all management levels as well as both internal and external audit team members is required.  

Responsibilities:

1 Perform IT related, Sarbanes-Oxley and operational audits in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Professional Practices Framework.

2 Test IT internal controls and assess the adequacy of the execution of associated key controls, systems and processes.

3 Perform transaction and compliance testing to evaluate the existence, efficiency and effectiveness of internal control procedures and adequacy of control documentation.

4 Ensure full engagement coordination with auditees and other staff.

5 Perform oral and written presentations to management during and at conclusion of audits, discussing deficiencies, corrective action and improvements in internal controls. Ensure that information is presented clearly, concisely, accurately, in a logical format and in accordance with standards.

6 interview persons in areas under audit to gain understanding of how processes and the system of internal controls operate as well as prepare audit workpapers detailing each work step assigned.

7 Assist in and perform special projects as assigned as well as compile and prepare special reports and presentations as required by IA Management.

8 Maintain updated knowledge of rules, regulations and standards in the fields of internal audit, IT technology and related matters of interest to the department.

Performance Measures:

1 Timely and accurate completion of the IT audit plan and other assignments by IA management

2 Support in improving Magna IT audit program

Education

BS/BA Degree, preferably majoring in Information Systems or Computer Science or related discipline

The preferred candidate will possess in good standing a CISA, CIA or similar designation such as CISSP or CISM

Accounting education considered an asset

SKILLS OR COMPETENCIES:

1 Understanding of IT audit standards and frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ISO/IEC 27002, NIST) and data security and privacy regulations (e.g., PCI, CPNI, CCPA, HIPAA)

2 Working knowledge of IT General Controls in a variety of working environments and relevant technologies (e.g. SAP, Oracle, MS SQL databases, Windows and UNIX/LINUX platforms, Cloud computing)

3 Adept at assessing complex IT and business process environments to identify potential IT, financial, operational, and compliance risks

4 Excellent process facilitation, project management, problem-solving and analytical skills

5 Strong organizational, time management, and follow up skills including the ability to handle and adjust to competing priorities to meet deadlines and commitments

6 Must be fluent in English and Spanish both written and spoken while possessing Portuguese language skills considered an asset

7 Highly ethical, team oriented, flexible, inquisitive, and logical with the ability to maintain objectivity, confidentiality and integrity

8 Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office products. Familiarity with SAP or similar large ERP systems along with a familiarity with automated audit tools considered an asset.

Experience or Knowledge

1 Minimum of 5 years of IT related internal or external audit, or corporate IT Operations experience

2 Technical IT, Cyber Security or development experience considered an asset

3 IT audit experience in a large public accounting firm or a corporate internal audit team considered a plus

4 The candidate must fully understand corporate policies and procedures and furthermore abide by and practice Magna IA & IIA standards, guidelines, practices, and terminology

5 Financial and compliance audit experience also considered an asset

Working Conditions

Travel from Internal Audit office is expected to be approximately 60% of which between 50-75% will be overnight and travel changes due to unplanned demands may arise from time to time

Candidates must have the ability to travel and work in the stated regions which may include obtaining required Work Visa

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.