JOB PURPOSE

The Data Analytics and IT Audit Senior is responsible for leading the IT Audit and Data Analytics functions within the Internal Audit department. This role involves executing the IT Audit Strategy/Plan, developing a data analytics governance framework, and leading data analytics initiatives to enhance audit processes. The position includes mentoring team members, performing continuous monitoring, and supporting IT risk assessments to reinforce the organization's risk management and control environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Data Analytics Functions:

• Execute the Data Analytics Strategy to enhance audit effectiveness.

• Develop and implement a Data Analytics governance framework aligned with the company's Risk and Audit methodology, including policies, procedures, RACI Matrix, and risk assessment.

• Support the implementation and maintenance of the Data Analytics and Continuous Monitoring initiatives in the Motors and Machines (MM), Gas Products (GP), Integrated Retail (IR) portfolios, and Finance Lines of Business (LoB).

• Support the execution of Data Analytics tests within various audits included in the Audit Plan.

• Support and design automated tests and dashboards using tools such as Arbutus. 

• Lead and coordinate the Data Analytics training program for Audit Associates to build competency across the team.

• Analyze large and complex datasets to uncover trends, fraud indicators, or process inefficiencies.

• Work closely with business units and IT teams to ensure data availability, quality, and accuracy for analytic purposes.

IT Functions:

• Execute and contribute to the development of the IT Audit Strategy/Plan based on the key relevant IT frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, and ISO 27001.

• Lead the development and execution of the IT Risk Assessment process, ensuring identification of key risks and the design of effective testing procedures in alignment with relevant governance and compliance frameworks. 

• Participate in the mid-term development of the IT Audit Strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

• Lead in IT audits covering application controls, general IT controls (GITCs), cybersecurity, and IT governance processes.

• Evaluate controls over systems supporting financial and operational processes (e.g., ERP, CRM, payment platforms, cloud environments).

• Assess the adequacy of information security measures in place to protect confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data.

• Evaluate cybersecurity incident response, vulnerability management, and change management processes.

• Document audit results, develop findings, and present actionable recommendations to management.

• Coordinate with process auditors to ensure integrated audits (business + IT perspective).

JOB COMPETENCIES 

• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.

• Advanced knowledge in IT control environments and data analytics tools.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Project management expertise, particularly in audit or IT-related projects.

• Ability to lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team.

• Customer-focused and commercially aware.

• Strong teamwork orientation, with the ability to work independently as needed.

• Proven strong aptitude for problem-solving and root-cause analysis.

• Professional skepticism.

• Accounting frameworks, tools, and techniques

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Proficiency in data analytics and internal audit software applications.

• Certification in Data Analytics.

• In-depth understanding of IT audit frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, etc.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with a focus on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Knowledge of Risk frameworks

• AuditBoard software or any other internal audit software experience required.

• Relevant Industry experience such as machine and automotive, retail and distribution, oil and gas, or finance preferred.

• Experience providing direction and supervision to other team members.

• Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and verbal) is considered an asset.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Business Administration, Accounting or Finance required

• Professional certification such as CISA, or other relevant credentials, required.

• Data analytics certification or related studies preferred; or currently pursuing such credentials required.

EXPERIENCE

• 5 years in internal audit or IT audit, preferably with experience in the identified industries or in a role with a strong focus on IT and data analytics.

• Experience with operational / process auditing and identifying control gaps and process improvement opportunities.

SCOPE OF AUTHORITY
Possesses unrestricted access to all functions, records, property, and personnel relevant to the execution of the duties and responsibilities specified above.

The Data Analytics and IT Senior is not authorized to:

•Perform any operational duties for the organization or its subsidiaries and affiliates

•Initiate or approve any transactions external to the activities of the Internal Auditing department

•Direct the activities of any employee of the organization or its subsidiaries and affiliates, except to the extent that such employees have been appropriately assigned to the internal audit department or otherwise to assist the internal audit team.

KEY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Must be available and flexible to travel and work in all territories falling under the purview of the Internal Audit department.