We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Associate Internal Control to join our team and support the Internal Control Program (ICP) across Mitsubishi Corporation's subsidiaries and affiliates in North America and Latin America. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in internal controls, auditing, compliance, and risk management while working within a global business environment.
As part of a centralized North American reporting function, you will collaborate with the Mitsubishi Corporation Internal Control Team and business stakeholders to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, support testing activities, and contribute to compliance initiatives. Through these efforts, you will gain exposure to diverse business operations, identify opportunities for process improvement, and help strengthen the organization's overall control environment.
Key Accountabilities
70% | Support Execution of Internal Control Program (ICP) Activities
Carry out assigned internal control testing for MIC, MCA, and subsidiaries in accordance with established testing plans, instructions, and requirements.
Communicate with relevant Trade/Non-Trade departments of MIC, MCA, and subsidiaries to obtain documentation and information needed to complete testing activities.
Support coordination with the MIBS J-SOX team responsible for IT control testing.
Assist in coordinating with outside firms engaged to perform internal control testing, including tracking testing schedules and deliverables, and escalate delays or issues to senior team members.
Support ad-hoc projects and/or investigations assigned by MC management.
Prepare documentation required for testing (e.g., testing sheets and related materials) using established templates and guidance.
Perform testing (tests of design and operating effectiveness of controls) through walkthroughs and examination of transaction documentation and supporting evidence, following established procedures; testing work is reviewed by senior team members before finalization.
Document testing results in testing sheets and prepare draft summaries or reports for review.
Report identified control issues to senior team members and assist in drafting feedback and recommendations for relevant parties.
Handle administrative matters related to contracting, billing, and disbursements associated with ICP activities.
10% | Support Internal Control Engagements with MC Group Companies in North America
Support senior team members in working with MC group companies across North America on J-SOX testing activities and related engagements.
Develop an understanding of management objectives related to J-SOX testing; respond to routine inquiries and escalate complex matters to senior team members.
Prepare status updates and requests for input to the MC Internal Control Team as directed.
10% | Support Internal Control Audits by External Auditors
Assist in communicating with external auditors and coordinating with relevant Trade/Non-Trade departments of MIC and MCA to facilitate completion of internal control audits.
Gather and prepare information in response to external auditor requests, and escalate issues raised by auditors to senior team members to help ensure timely completion of audit procedures.
10% | Support Internal Control Audits by External Auditors
Identify potential opportunities to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Internal Control Program (ICP) based on observations from testing activities, and share them with senior team members.
Support the implementation of improvements to internal control processes and the control environment for MCA, MIC, and subsidiaries as directed.
Build effective working relationships with MCA group companies through clear communication and collaboration.
100% | TOTAL**
Job Qualifications
Years of Experience: 1 to 4 years related experience in internal control testing, internal audit, or external audit.
Education: Bachelor’s degree is…