Internal Auditor - London, United Kingdom - HITACHI RAIL LIMITED

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Are you looking for opportunities to join an Internal Audit & J-SOX team that is expanding its borders globally? Then come and join the fastest growing rail business in the world
A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology.

From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into.

And that's where you come in.

Everything we do here is full of life. And we're committed to developing infrastructure that benefits even more people.

From the iconic bullet train in Japan, to sustainable metro systems in Europe and inspiring the next generation in North America.

We're connecting, evolving, protecting and investing in even more. And there's so much for you to get involved in, learn from, and flourish doing.


Your new role


The Internal Audit & J-SOX department within Hitachi Rail Limited (HRL) is looking for a dynamic and ambitious auditor to join our team.

Being part of a progressive and forward-thinking department, you will play a key role in the continuous development of the audit, risk and compliance culture across the business.

This is an ideal opportunity for a high-performing auditor who is ready to take the next step in their career


The core focus of this role will be on the UK region, however, you will form part of a global team of auditors that are located across our main regions.

You will report into a Manager in the UK and working collaboratively with our existing international Internal Audit and J-SOX colleagues based in the UK, USA, Japan and Italy.


Main responsibilities in the role:


  • Planning and execution of a wide range of complex internal audits
  • Preparing high quality audit reports to present audit findings to Auditees and Management in a clear and concise manner
  • Participate in J-SOX workshops, performing J-SOX controls testing and agreeing results with control owners
  • Working closely with action owners to ensure appropriate implementation of agreed audit/J-SOX actions
  • Playing an active role with stakeholder engagement for continuous development and awareness of the risk and controls' culture across the business
  • Support and deputise for the Manager of IA & J-SOX, including initiatives to drive consistency in the approach, processes and tools used across the wider IA functions
  • Provide audit support for group audits when required
  • Support the Manager with liaison and engagement with External Auditors, ensuring collaborative and costefficient working
  • Occasional domestic and international travel for J-SOX and audit engagements

About you


We are looking for a self-starter who is comfortable working independently on end-to-end J-SOX and audit assignments, able to manage multiple projects concurrently and with the ability to demonstrate resilience when managing and influencing stakeholders.


To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate audit experience from either industry or public practice.

You will have an inquisitive mind, with excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.

This is a fast paced, varied role so it is key that you have the ability to adapt your approach to support business priorities and to work across various tasks, with different stakeholders and with cross-cultural teams.


If you are looking to be part of a creative team, with an agile approach, in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, then this is the role for you.


Qualifications

  • Qualified Accountant or Auditor (e.g. ACCA/ACA/IIA) or equivalent experience
  • Experience of Audit / J-SOX / SOX / Internal Controls
  • Prior audit experience gained within practice or industry, ideally within a large, complex, multinational organization
  • Experience with SAP would be beneficial
  • Good MS Office Command (Excel, Word, Power Point)
  • Experience/understanding of the manufacturing/engineering industry producing digital solutions, heavy plant or machinery (e.g. Railway, Aerospace, Automotive) would be beneficial
  • Previous experience in long term contract/project accounting would be beneficial
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of an international and crosscultural team Must be able to travel to domestic sites and occasional international travel

Why Hitachi Rail?
At Hitachi Rail you will find a passionate and collaborative environment. We operate according to our values of Harmony, Sincerity and Pioneering Spirit.

As such, we work closely as a team and empower our colleagues to take ownership and become creative in our pursuit of excellence.

We take pride in the contribution we make to society and we always act with integrity and fairness towards our customers, suppliers and colleagues.

We offer a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement as well as a g

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