Ford Pro · 1 month ago
Internal Controls Manager (Manufacturing)
1 American Rd, Dearborn, MI, 48126, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expFord Pro is a global company that is focused on building a better world through innovative solutions. They are seeking an Internal Controls Manager to oversee the development and implementation of internal controls within their Material Planning, Logistics, and Manufacturing areas. The role involves leading a team, identifying control gaps, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
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Responsibilities
Lead a team of 2 direct reports and 5 indirect regional support employees, providing guidance, coaching, development, and management to ensure the team’s success in delivering high-quality internal control services
Root causing control gaps as you partner with Operations and Finance and lead your teams to brainstorm, develop and execute robust Control Improvement Plans
Lead the discussion around developing robust controls for new initiatives
Assist with annual controls tests (perform, review, or provide guidance) to ensure a robust control environment
Proactively identify potential control gaps, particularly in high-risk areas and new businesses
Engage in white space scenarios (e.g. developing the control environments for new Ford subsidiaries)
Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements (e.g., S-Ox, GDPR)
Annually develop and implement comprehensive internal control strategy, aligned with the company’s overall internal control framework and risk management objectives
Collaborate with NA management, business stakeholders, and other internal control teams to identify and assess risks, both operational and financial, and develop recommendations that mitigate those risks
Develop and maintain relationships with external auditors, internal audit, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination of internal control activities
Stay up to date with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in internal control, applying this knowledge to improve internal control processes and recommendations
Provide regular reporting and updates to stakeholders on internal control activities, risks, and recommendations
Qualification
Required
5 + years of experience working with internal controls, either in Internal Audit with a large publicly held corporation, or Big 4 auditing
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or CPA
Experience with the COSO Internal Control Framework
Preferred
Master's degree in business (MBA)
Strong understanding of accounting principles, including GAAP and financial reporting requirements
Strong understanding of internal control principles, standards, and best practices
Excellent leadership, analytical, and project management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong collaboration and communication skills
Experience in supervising and managing a team of professionals, with a focus on excellence, development, and growth
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
Company
Ford Pro
Ford Pro is a productivity accelerator designed to drive the business forward, delivering solutions to commercial customers of all sizes.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Frick
Interim Head
Recent News
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