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Company DescriptionWestern Digital, the next big thing in data is you!SUMMARY:This position is reporting to the Director or Sr Manager/Manager, Internal Audit and part of a strong, dynamic global internal audit function. This Senior position will be a member of the Internal Audit APAC region focusing on both regional and global projects based in our Penang, Malaysia offices.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Reporting to the Director or Sr Manager/Manager, the Senior will assist in leading and executing projects for the finance & operations audit pillar for both the APAC 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.Execution of projects in the finance & operations audit pillar for the APAC 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
• Executing projects on the internal audit plan, including financial, operational, compliance, site, Channel Partner, and cross functional audits across the global business
• Assisting in executing project risk assessments, planning, and scoping decisions on individual audit and consulting projects
• Executing controls documentation, testing, and fieldwork for audit and consulting projects
• Assisting in drafting audit and consulting findings and 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
• Developing relationships with the external auditor
• Take ownership of career and skill development, coaching and mentoring opportunities and attending training

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 teamsQualificationsRequired and preferred knowledge and job skills:

• Work experience: 2+ years of relevant work experience required. Strong preference for some US Public Company Internal Audit experience and/or background with a large public accounting firm.
• 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.
• Education: Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with focus on Accounting, Information Systems, Commmerce, or Finance required. Preference for a Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree.
• 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 globally 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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