Senior IT Internal Auditor (m/f/d)

Skills and Competencies

•    Understanding of IT audit standards and frameworks (e.g. COBIT, ISO/IEC, NIST) and data security and privacy regulations (e.g. PCI, CPNI, CCPA, HIPAA)
•    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)
•    Adept at assessing complex IT and business process environments to identify potential IT, financial, operational and compliance risks
•    Excellent process facilitation, project management, problem-solving and analytical skills 
•    Strong organizational, time management, and follow up skills including the ability to handle and adjust to competing priorities to meet deadlines and commitments
•    Must be fluent in English both written and spoken while possessing German or other European language skills considered an asset 
•    Highly ethical, team oriented, flexible, inquisitive, and logical with the ability to maintain objectivity, confidentiality and integrity
•    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

Role Summary

This position is responsible for assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of IT controls and to provide recommendations for deficiencies 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 Europe. Regular interaction with all management levels as well as both internal and external audit team members is required.  

Key Responsibilities

•    Perform IT related, Sarbanes-Oxley and operational audits in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Professional Practices Framework 
•    Test IT internal controls and assess the adequacy of the execution of associated key controls, systems and processes
•    Perform transaction and compliance testing to evaluate the existence, efficiency and effectiveness of internal control procedures and adequacy of control documentation
•    Ensure full engagement coordination with auditees and other staff
•    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
•    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 
•    Assist in and perform special projects as assigned as well as compile and prepare special reports and presentations as required by IA Management 
•    Maintain updated knowledge of rules, regulations, and standards in the fields of internal audit, IT technology and related matters of interest to the department    

Other Duties

•    As may be assigned from time to time by Internal Audit department management

Knowledge and Education

•    A BS/BA Degree, preferably majoring in Information Systems or Computer Science or related discipline
•    CISA, CIA or similar designation such as CISSP or CISM

Work Experience

•    Minimum of 5 years of IT related internal or external audit, or IT operation experience 
•    Technical IT or development experience considered an asset
•    IT audit experience in a large public accounting firm or a corporate internal audit team considered a plus
•    Must fully understand corporate policies and procedures and furthermore abide by and practice Magna IA & IIA standards, guidelines, practices, and terminology
•    Financial and compliance audit experience considered an asset

Additional Information

Offsite travel must be expected at least 50%. 50-75% of this should be expected to be overnight travel depending on season. Travel changes due to unplanned demands may arise from time to time.
Must have the ability to travel and work in the stated regions which may include obtaining required work visa.    

For dedicated and motivated employees, we offer an interesting and diversified job within a dynamic global team together with the individual and functional development in a professional environment of a global acting business. Fair treatment and a sense of responsibility towards employees are the principle of the Magna culture. We strive to offer an inspiring and motivating work environment. Please send us your application via www.magnacareers.com. 

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

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