Senior Auditor / Consultant

Senior Auditor / Consultant

The Senior Auditor / Consultant participates on process and operational audit assignments and supports Audit Management in the planning and execution of operational audits in line with the vision and strategy of General Motor Audit Services (GMAS). The Senior Auditor may also co-lead audits or act as Lead Auditor of small audit assignments.

GMAS provides independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to strengthen General Motors Company's operations and support informed risk taking. The objective of GMAS is to assist senior management and the board in the effective discharge of their responsibilities by providing independent controls assurance, analysis, recommendations, and information concerning activities reviewed. The scope of GMAS responsibility and work includes, but is not limited to, evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the Company's risk management, internal control and governance processes, as well as the quality of performance in carrying out the Company's stated goals and objectives.

Duties and responsibilities include :

• Actively attends and supports walkthrough and process owner meetings
• Prepares process narratives, maps and flowcharts of processes based on walkthroughs
• Performs audit tests and prepares workpapers and other reporting documents
• Documents test work in the STAR system
• Evaluates test results including identification of gaps, symptoms and root cause
• Identifies alternative controls and develop initial draft recommendations for issues identified in testing
• Assists in preparation of the draft audit report
• Evaluates the completeness of the auditee's corrective action plans
• Elevate issues / concerns as necessary within GMAS
• Performs related work as assigned by lead auditor(s) and / or Manager
• Completes work timely and in accordance with GMAS Audit Methodology, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and other applicable standards, and defined plans, budgets, and schedules
• Develops an understanding of appropriate business aspects, risks, potential fraud, performance requirements and control processes and systems of auditable activities assigned to audit
• Participates in ongoing professional development
• Prepares effective and efficient compliance and substantive test plans
• Leads meetings with process owners to understand the process
• Provides guidance to staff auditors in execution of GMAS Audit Methodology
• Recommends changes in audit process in order to maintain the highest quality standards
• Develops a good understanding of GM operations worldwide
• Begins building relationships to interface with the business and service lines
• Serves as a brand ambassador for 'One GMAS'

Skills / abilities include :

Knowledge of the automotive industry in one or more of the key functional areas of design, build and sell is required. Relevant background knowledge could include operational experience and / or auditing experience in the automotive industry.

Experience required :

Preferred :

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