This role reports to the Manager of Internal Audit based in APAC (India) and will perform, support, and various types of operational audits, consulting engagements, sales office audits and reviews as well as support on J-SOX Compliance activities. This position will support other internal audit team members as needed to achieve the department’s goals and will be an advocate of controls and company policy.
The candidate should have knowledge of SOX requirements/ internal/external audits and accounting practices. The candidate should be able to:
Execute audit procedures, including interviewing personnel, reviewing documents, analyzing data, and observing processes.
Identify control deficiencies, weaknesses, and areas for improvement, providing practical and actionable recommendations to management.
Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely and effective remediation of identified issues.
Collaborate with various departments and stakeholders to understand business processes and contribute to a strong control environment.
Stay informed about industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging risks relevant to internal audit.
Qualification
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or a relevant financial/compliance role, preferably within a large multinational corporation.
Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Proven ability to conduct complex audits, analyze data, and identify control deficiencies and business risks.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
Proficiency in audit software and data analytics tools is a plus.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Fluency in English is required;
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About us
We’re a global, 1000-stong, diverse team of professional experts, promoting and delivering Social Innovation through our One Hitachi initiative (OT x IT x Product) and working on projects that have a real-world impact. We’re curious, passionate and empowered, blending our legacy of 110 years of innovation with our shaping our future. Here you’re not just another employee; you’re part of a tradition of excellence and a community working towards creating a digital future.
Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives
Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people, which drives our innovation and growth.
We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit-based systems. We believe that when people feel valued, heard, and safe to express themselves, they do their best work.
How we look after you
We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We’re also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We’re always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you’ll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with.
We’re proud to say we’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.
