Manager, Internal Audit

Role Overview: As a Manager in the Internal Audit team at Western Digital, you will play a crucial role in leading and executing internal audits across various business functions and geographies. Your main focus will be on supporting the company's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program. You will bring deep expertise in risk assessment, internal controls, and audit methodologies to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced global environment. Key Responsibilities: - Assist in performing annual risk assessment, developing an overall audit plan, and quarterly refreshes of the risk assessment and audit plan. - Support in the performance of annual SOX scoping, materiality, and risk assessment. - Lead and conduct risk-based internal audits globally, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up. - Manage the SOX compliance program, including control testing, documentation, and coordination with external auditors. - Evaluate internal controls" design and operating effectiveness, providing recommendations for improvements. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvement opportunities and enhance the control environment. - Prepare clear and concise audit reports, presenting findings to senior management. - Monitor and report on the status of audit recommendations and remediation efforts. - Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in internal auditing and SOX compliance. - Develop relationships with key stakeholders across various business functional and operational areas. - Coach and mentor junior staff in Internal Audit. - Assist in developing and enhancing audit methodologies, tools, templates, and data analytics function. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification preferred. - Minimum 8 years of experience in internal audit, public accounting, or related field, with at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role. - Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and SOX compliance requirements. - Experience working in a global organization and managing audits across multiple regions. - Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrixed environment. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, ACL, Tableau, Power BI) is a plus. Please note that occasional travel may be required (up to 15%) depending on audit assignments, and flexibility in aligning with U.S. and other global time zones for team meetings and project coordination is essential. (Note: The additional details of the company were not included in the provided job description.),