Description
We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Finance strategically partners with operations to drive outstanding business results and enhance Ford's industry leadership. When you join us, you'll be able to contribute financial expertise that impacts all areas of our company, including planning, manufacturing, marketing and global distribution.
In this position, you will join the Corporate Internal Control Team as a skilled and experienced Internal Controls Analyst. Your role will involve designing, implementing, and monitoring financial and operational controls to ensure SOX compliance, mitigate risks, and foster a strong control environment. This position demands ongoing engagement with operations, requiring strong collaboration, communication, analytical, and project management skills.
Responsibilities: Contribute to the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of financial and operational controls. Perform annual control testing, identify control gaps, and assist in developing and executing robust remediation plans. Proactively identify and assess potential financial and operational risks, contributing to risk mitigation efforts. Collaborate with business stakeholders and internal control teams to foster and maintain a strong control environment. Coordinate information requests and review audit findings for internal and external audit processes. Provide guidance and recommendations on control-related issues to business units, acting as a resource for control best practices. Research emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in internal control to inform process enhancements. Prepare reports and presentations on control performance, risks, and activities for leadership. Participate in regional and global initiatives to enhance overall control environment. Cultivate strong working relationships with business teams, management, and audit partners.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. 3+ years of relevant experience in Finance, Internal Control, or Auditing. Solid understanding of the COSO framework and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. Experience with data modeling and visualization tools, specifically Power BI and Excel Macros/Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). Demonstrated Leadership, Teamwork, and Collaboration skills.