Job Description

Company DescriptionAt Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we\xe2\x80\x99ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world\xe2\x80\x99s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You\xe2\x80\x99ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That\xe2\x80\x99s us, too.We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital\xc2\xae, G-Technology\xe2\x84\xa2, SanDisk\xc2\xae and WD\xc2\xae brands.Today\xe2\x80\x99s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It\xe2\x80\x99s You & Western Digital. Together, we\xe2\x80\x99re the next BIG thing in data.This position is reporting to the Director or Sr Manager, Internal Audit and an integral player in building a strong, dynamic global internal audit function. This Manager position will be a member of the Internal Audit leadership team for the Asia Pacific region focusing on both regional and global projects based in our Penang, Malaysia office.Reporting to the Director or Sr Manager, the Manager will assist in leading and executing projects for the finance & operations audit pillar for both the Asia Pacific region and globally, assisting in Internal Audit function improvement projects, and collaborating with the other internal audit pillars \xe2\x80\x93 IT audit, Channel audit, Data Analytics, and Audit Operations.

• Day-to-day supervision and execution of projects in the finance & operations audit pillar for the Asia Pacific region and globally including:
• Assisting in performance of annual risk assessment of the business, development of an overall audit plan, and quarterly refreshes of the risk assessment and the audit plan
• Implementing the internal audit plan, including ownership of multiple financial, operational, compliance, site, Channel Partner, and cross functional audits across the global business
• Assisting in executing and reviewing project risk assessments, planning, and scoping decisions on individual audit and consulting projects
• Executing and reviewing controls documentation, testing approach, and fieldwork execution for individual audit and consulting projects
• Assisting in executing and reviewing draft and final audit and consulting reports
• Assisting in coordinating, planning, reviewing, and executing on Management\xe2\x80\x99s assessment of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting
• Developing, cultivating, and growing relationships with key stakeholders across various business functional and operational areas
• Assisting with coordinating and managing relationships with the external auditor
• Developing, coaching, and mentoring staff, seniors, and managers in Internal Audit
• Developing, delivering, and supporting career development and training for staff, seniors, and managers in Internal Audit
• Assisting in the maturation of the data analytics function, including working to audit robotic process automations, application controls, and other IT dependent controls in close coordination with the data analytics and IT pillar teams
• Assisting with continued development and refinement of strategy, structure, operations, and model for the APAC Finance & Operations Audit pillar as part of the leadership team.

Qualifications

• Work experience: 5+ years of progressive work experience required. Strong preference for some US Public Company Internal Audit experience and background with a large public accounting firm.
• Education: Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with focus on Accounting, Information Systems, or Finance required. Preference for a Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree. Certification: CIA or CPA (or equivalent) professional certification strongly preferred with expectation of base certification shortly upon hire if not already obtained. Preference for additional certifications including CIA, CPA (or equivalent), CISA, or PMP.
• Internal Audit Project Execution Skills: Risk assessment, testing, sampling, review, root cause identification, audit reporting, and consulting skills required. Preference for additional skills in other internal audit pillars.
• Internal Audit Operations Execution Skills: Outstanding project and time management skills required.
• Internal Audit Technical Skills: Ability to understand and analyze business process, internal control theory, COSO 2013, governance, and knowledge of business best practices in finance & operational audit pillar required. Preference for prior industry knowledge and technical skills in data analytics or IT audit.
• Internal Audit Soft Skills: Ability to apply judgment across a number of finance, operations, compliance, and cross functional areas, constructively assisting with difficult conversations, excellent presentation skills, ability to assist in influencing and managing expectations of stakeholders, coaching and developing team members, relationship building, and business partnering skills required.
• Language: Excellent verbal and written English language skills required. Secondary written and verbal language skills a plus.
• Travel: Ability and willingness to travel throughout the Asia Pacific region and to the US up to 25%.

Additional InformationWestern Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: Western Digital has received reports of scams where a payment is requested on Western Digital\xe2\x80\x99s behalf as a condition for receiving an offer of employment. Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to compliance@wdc.com.

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