Senior Analyst - Internal Controls

Overview
Who we are
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
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Who we're looking for
Toyota's Internal Control (SOX) Department is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Senior Analyst - Internal Controls.
The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure compliance with Toyota's Internal Control Framework, as per SEC guidance and TMC's Internal Control Over Financial Statements Policy.
Reporting to (Denise Lakers - Manager, Internal Controls), the person in this role will support the Accounting Shared Services; Human Resources; Payroll & Benefits department(s) objective to successfully complete all related Internal Controls and related documentation in a complete, accurate, and timely manner.
What you'll be doing

• Lead, manage, and coordinate SOX and control-related activities with various stakeholders throughout TMNA; its' entities, and affiliated companies. The stakeholders include but are not limited to Business process owners; control owners and performers; IT system application owners; IT Compliance team; Internal audit/KPMG and our external auditors, PwC.
• Direct SOX business control and IT Automated Control (ITAC) activities with stakeholders to include:
  • Preparation - Ensure appropriate communication; training, SOX documentation and control updates, quarterly control owner questionnaires; and walkthroughs to ensure an effective and efficient SOX Framework for assigned business processes throughout the fiscal year.
  • Collaboration - Ensure appropriate collaboration between business leadership; business process and control owners; IT; IT Compliance and both the internal and external audit teams.
  • Remediation - Lead SOX Control performers and owners to effectively determine the financial impact of SOX control deficiencies and remediate to minimize the risk of error in TMC's financial statements.
• Review and analyze new and/or changing business processes/systems for assigned areas to ensure appropriate SOX-level risk mitigation and compliance with the SOX COSO Framework and TMC's ICOFR policy.
• SOX Program Systems' support:
  • Ongoing utilization of SAP GRC; AuditBoard and Microsoft TEAMs to help facilitate company SOX activities and ensure that the repository of information provided to TMC by Internal Audit is complete and accurate.
• Auditor Support
  • Provide additional process/control information and/or lead/manage discussions between audit teams and business process/control owners, as needed.
  • Escalate overdue items requested by the audit teams to senior leadership, as needed.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related business major
• Professional SOX experience
• Credentialed in risk and control profession - CIA, CPA, CFE, CISA, CRISC
• Working knowledge of US GAAP; audit practices; accounting policies; information systems and risk management
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects and managing outside consulting firms.
• Excellent People skills including verbal & written communication, analytical, and problem-solving
• Proven presentation skills with all levels of management up to and including executive leadership.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including process flow documentation.
• Familiar with SOX management software

Added bonus if you have

• Advanced degree in accounting, finance, or related business major
• Big 4 Accounting firm experience
• Business or audit experience in Accounts Payable; Accounts Receivable; Fixed Assets; Human Resources; Payroll; Employee Benefits and/or Treasury functions
• SAP, UKG Pro, Workday system experience

What we'll bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Vehicle purchase & lease programs
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, child care, schools, and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Have a question or need assistance with your application? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.