Lead Auditor (Control Assurance)
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Stellantis is a leading global automaker and mobility provider that offers clean, connected, affordable, and safe mobility solutions. Our Company’s strength lies in the breadth of our iconic brand portfolio, the diversity and passion of our people, and our deep roots in the communities in which we operate. Our ambitious electrification and software strategies and the creation of an innovative ecosystem of strategic, game-changing partnerships are driving our transformation to a sustainable mobility tech company.
The driving force behind us is the diverse and talented group of men and women around the world who bring their passion and experience to their work every day. And while we are a truly global organization, we remain deeply rooted in the communities in which we operate and where our colleagues live and work.
With industrial operations in nearly 30 countries, Stellantis could consistently exceed the evolving needs and expectations of consumers in more than 130 markets, while creating superior value for all stakeholders.
MISSION
We are looking for an experienced Lead Auditor to join our Controls Assurance organization.
This is a senior individual contributor role with significant international exposure. You will play a key role in assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls that support the reliability of financial reporting, with a primary focus on SOX and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
Working across an international scope you will partner with control owners, management and auditors to identify risks, assess controls and drive high-quality assurance activities.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Plan and coordinate controls assurance activities, identifying the controls and processes that need to be assessed.
- Evaluate whether controls are appropriately designed to prevent or detect financial reporting risks.
- Test the operating effectiveness of controls through documentation reviews,
evidence gathering, interviews and process walkthroughs.
- Identify control gaps and deficiencies and assess the associated risks.
- Document findings and prepare clear, high-quality reporting for management.
- Work closely with control owners, management and external auditors to discuss findings and support effective remediation.
- Provide technical guidance and coordination to auditors performing testing activities and review their work to ensure quality and consistency.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of controls assurance methodologies and practices.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- A degree in Accounting, Finance or a relevant related discipline.
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience in SOX, ICFR, internal controls, external audit, internal audit or a closely related field.
- Strong knowledge of SOX and ICFR, including control design assessment, operating effectiveness testing, walkthroughs and deficiency evaluation.
- The ability to work autonomously and take ownership of assurance activities in an international environment.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex control issues into clear business-focused conclusions.
- Confidence working with different stakeholders, including control owners, management and auditors.
- Fluent English, written and spoken.
- Availability for occasional business travel.
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of further languages (French, Italian, German, Spanish or Portuguese) in addition to the native one is an advantage.
- Professional qualifications such as CPA, CA, CIA or CISA.
- Experience with GRC technologies and data analysis tools.
WHY THIS ROLE
This opportunity combines hands-on controls assurance expertise with a broad international scope.
You will have the opportunity to take ownership of complex assurance activities, collaborate with stakeholders across different markets and provide technical guidance to other auditors, while remaining close to the operational side of SOX and ICFR.
The role is particularly suited to someone who enjoys combining technical depth, autonomy, stakeholder interaction and international exposure.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Salary range: from 44.000€ to 48.000€, that will be defined depending on the level of adherence of the candidate to the job requirements.
- Collective Agreement: in accordance with the provisions of the Specific Collective Labour Agreement (CCSL – CNEL code: CO10), and in particular with regard to the classification within the third professional area.
- Annual premio plan depending on individual and/or company results.
- Social benefits (health insurance, pension fund, welfare, company canteen, company discounts).
- Hybrid working model.
- Discounts on the purchase and lease of Stellantis vehicles
- A global and dynamic environment, offering exposure to the challenges and innovations transforming the automotive industry, together with opportunities for continuous development, professional growth and career progression
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
By submitting your application, you are accepting our privacy notice: https://www.stellantis.com/en/privacy
Stellantis is a leading global automaker and mobility provider that offers clean, connected, affordable, and safe mobility solutions. Our Company’s strength lies in the breadth of our iconic brand portfolio, the diversity and passion of our people, and our deep roots in the communities in which we operate. Our ambitious electrification and software strategies and the creation of an innovative ecosystem of strategic, game-changing partnerships are driving our transformation to a sustainable mobility tech company.
The driving force behind us is the diverse and talented group of men and women around the world who bring their passion and experience to their work every day. And while we are a truly global organization, we remain deeply rooted in the communities in which we operate and where our colleagues live and work.
With industrial operations in nearly 30 countries, Stellantis could consistently exceed the evolving needs and expectations of consumers in more than 130 markets, while creating superior value for all stakeholders.
MISSION
We are looking for an experienced Lead Auditor to join our Controls Assurance organization.
This is a senior individual contributor role with significant international exposure. You will play a key role in assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls that support the reliability of financial reporting, with a primary focus on SOX and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
Working across an international scope you will partner with control owners, management and auditors to identify risks, assess controls and drive high-quality assurance activities.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Plan and coordinate controls assurance activities, identifying the controls and processes that need to be assessed.
- Evaluate whether controls are appropriately designed to prevent or detect financial reporting risks.
- Test the operating effectiveness of controls through documentation reviews,
evidence gathering, interviews and process walkthroughs.
- Identify control gaps and deficiencies and assess the associated risks.
- Document findings and prepare clear, high-quality reporting for management.
- Work closely with control owners, management and external auditors to discuss findings and support effective remediation.
- Provide technical guidance and coordination to auditors performing testing activities and review their work to ensure quality and consistency.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of controls assurance methodologies and practices.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- A degree in Accounting, Finance or a relevant related discipline.
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience in SOX, ICFR, internal controls, external audit, internal audit or a closely related field.
- Strong knowledge of SOX and ICFR, including control design assessment, operating effectiveness testing, walkthroughs and deficiency evaluation.
- The ability to work autonomously and take ownership of assurance activities in an international environment.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex control issues into clear business-focused conclusions.
- Confidence working with different stakeholders, including control owners, management and auditors.
- Fluent English, written and spoken.
- Availability for occasional business travel.
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of further languages (French, Italian, German, Spanish or Portuguese) in addition to the native one is an advantage.
- Professional qualifications such as CPA, CA, CIA or CISA.
- Experience with GRC technologies and data analysis tools.
WHY THIS ROLE
This opportunity combines hands-on controls assurance expertise with a broad international scope.
You will have the opportunity to take ownership of complex assurance activities, collaborate with stakeholders across different markets and provide technical guidance to other auditors, while remaining close to the operational side of SOX and ICFR.
The role is particularly suited to someone who enjoys combining technical depth, autonomy, stakeholder interaction and international exposure.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Salary range: from 44.000€ to 48.000€, that will be defined depending on the level of adherence of the candidate to the job requirements.
- Collective Agreement: in accordance with the provisions of the Specific Collective Labour Agreement (CCSL – CNEL code: CO10), and in particular with regard to the classification within the third professional area.
- Annual premio plan depending on individual and/or company results.
- Social benefits (health insurance, pension fund, welfare, company canteen, company discounts).
- Hybrid working model.
- Discounts on the purchase and lease of Stellantis vehicles
- A global and dynamic environment, offering exposure to the challenges and innovations transforming the automotive industry, together with opportunities for continuous development, professional growth and career progression
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
By submitting your application, you are accepting our privacy notice: https://www.stellantis.com/en/privacy