Senior Internal Auditor (Senior Specialist) in Torrance, California at Nissin Foods

As a Senior Internal Auditor (Senior Specialist), you will independently manage hands-on, risk-based audit engagements across U.S. and Mexico operations, from scoping through reporting. Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, you will partner with cross-functional leaders to strengthen controls, manage risk, and improve business processes.

• Plan and execute risk-based financial, operational, compliance, and IT-related audits across U.S. and Mexico entities.

• Define scope, develop audit programs, conduct interviews, analyze data, test controls, and maintain clear workpapers.

• Evaluate governance, risk management, internal controls, and compliance risks; identify root causes and recommend practical, value-added improvements.

• Communicate findings through concise reports and management discussions; align on owners and remediation timelines.

• Monitor remediation plans and validate the sustainable closure of audit findings.

• Coordinate with J-SOX/Internal Control teams, support testing and documentation as needed, and align significant findings with Nissin Foods Holdings Internal Audit.

• Monitor emerging business and regulatory risks and support investigations, special reviews, and data-analytics initiatives as needed.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 4+ years of progressive audit experience in internal audit, external audit/public accounting, SOX/J-SOX/internal controls, or a closely related risk and assurance role.

• Professional proficiency in written and spoken English, including the ability to present clear, evidence-based conclusions.

• Strong analytical judgment and the ability to independently manage multiple assignments, engage stakeholders, and work effectively across functions and cultures.

Preferred

• Spanish proficiency (written and verbal), particularly for collaboration with Mexico-based stakeholders.

• CIA, CPA, or an equivalent professional certification, or active pursuit of certification.

• Experience in manufacturing, food, or consumer goods.

• Experience with data analytics tools, such as advanced Excel, Power BI, or audit analytics software.

Travel Requirement

Travel within the Americas region may be required based on audit needs; up to 20%.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The role includes office-based work and occasional visits to manufacturing or inventory locations. It may require standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 30 pounds during site visits or inventory observations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.