Your mission:

The Internal Auditor IT supports the Head of Internal Audit & J-Sox in providing assurance of proper IT internal controls and compliance with internal and external regulations and standards, as well as to promote efficiency and effectiveness of IT processes and operations through audits and advisory. 

What you will do:

J-SOX  (50-80% of responsibilities)

• Perform process reviews and documentation, design and operating effectiveness testing, and remediation activities of IT controls to ensure compliance with J-SOX requirements for a publicly traded Japanese company.
• Collaborate with management to update, review and maintain required J-SOX documentation across the region for IT Controls (ITGCs, ITACs and ITDMs). Additionally, provide support with Company Level Controls, Company-level Financial Reporting Controls and Process Level Controls.
• Support and advise IT process owners and control owners with J-SOX requirements and responsibilities.
• Support Segregation of Duties (SOD) conflict remediation and mitigation, while ensuring the business understands the issues and can independently apply the principles on an ongoing basis.
• Coordinate and plan J-SOX activities with the Japan-based corporate Internal Audit & J-SOX team and external auditors, including the annual scoping process and related risk assessment activities.
• Liaise with management regarding IT controls and IT developments, as well as strategic business and financial developments which impact (or are impacted by) internal IT controls.
• Facilitate remediation activities with process owners. Provide audit expertise to ensure understanding of issues related to J-SOX requirements as well as the related audit standards and methodology to enable the business to own, perform and maintain their internal controls.
• Review the work of other team members before sharing results with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in and/or lead meetings related to J-SOX activities with process owners, management, external auditors and corporate Internal Audit & J-SOX team.

Internal Audit / Risk Management / Compliance

• Participate in audits and/or projects as determined by the Head of Internal Audit & J-Sox, including but not limited to, investigations, compliance, operating performance and efficiency improvement, segregation of duties, new IT process implementation, risk and fraud management and business continuity.
• Identify issues and suggest improvements to IT activities to promote efficiency and effectiveness.
• Act as internal “consultant”, partnering with the business to find innovative solutions to IT business challenges.
• Collaborate with the corporate Internal Audit & J-SOX team to perform or assist with audits.
• Support corporate risk management initiatives by coordinating and leading risk management activities, in cooperation with corporate HQ in Japan
• Participate in the bi-annual audits of the Business Continuity Planning for the region, identifying areas for improvement and reporting results to regional management and the corporate HQ in Japan
• Participate in the development and improvements of the approach and tools needed to facilitate efficient and effective internal audit work that adds value and supports business objectives.

General

• Support Head of Internal Audit & J-SOX with department decisions and oversight, including development of department objectives and long-term learning goals
• Provide coaching and guidance to other team members to aid in team members’ professional development and strive to continuously improve the team and its ability not only to perform audits, but to add value to the business.

What we ask for:

• Bachelor or Master degree
• IT Audit professional certification such as CISA (Isaca) or equivalent certification
• Big 4 audit background and/or solid experience in IT audit in an international company environment where SOX or J-Sox testing was a key responsibility
• Experience with J-SOX / SOX testing is essential
• Strong knowledge of IT processes required
• Strong knowledge of SAP
• Microsoft Dynamics, Salesforce or other CRM system audit experience highly beneficial
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO) and IT control / governance frameworks (e.g. COBIT, ITIL)
• Knowledge of accounting and financial processes is highly beneficial
• Strong influencing and problem-solving skills, with a high level of perseverance and willingness to challenge the status quo.
• Knowledge of technical systems such as networks, platforms (e.g. Windows) and database management systems (e.g. MS SQL) is strongly preferred
• Able to work independently and coach / train others
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex audit findings and solutions to stakeholders of all levels
• Able to rapidly gain an in-depth understanding of the Epson business, culture, systems and processes
• Able to work and thrive in a diverse, multicultural environment, where different customs and perspectives are valued and critical to achieving our goals as a team
• Clear and effective English communication and reporting-writing skills

What we offer:

Benefits

In return, we offer a competitive salary and a wide range of excellent benefits, including a working environment where quality, teamwork, and respect come first.

Our heritage  

We aspire to be an indispensable company, trusted throughout the world for our commitment to openness, customer satisfaction and sustainability. We respect individuality while promoting teamwork, and we are committed to delivering unique value through innovative and creative solutions.

Our commitment to the environment

We all have a role to play in building a better future. For Epson, being a sustainable company means being mindful of every aspect of our organisation – from the smallest lightbulb to the largest factory. It fuels our innovation, drives our growth, motivates our workforce and, ultimately, to contribute to society.

Our people

We believe a healthy culture, strong values, teamwork and contribution from a diverse range of individuals will help us to strive for excellence.

Our brand

Ranked by Clarivate Analytics as a Top 100 Global Innovator brand for the last seven years running