Internal Audit Delivery Lead

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  • Shanghai
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.This Position reports to: Business Chief Financial OfficerYour role and responsibilities
The mission of the internal auditing function is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the organization’s operations. It helps the organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processesYou will be mainly accountable for:Operational and Financial audits
  • Lead the execution of large and complex operational and financial audits (pre-, on-site and post- phases) for different business processes (Auditor in Charge)
  • Responsible for quality of audit work papers of team in accordance with AU procedures / standards
  • Accurate evaluation of the internal control system of the audited unit
  • Responsible for the preparation of audit reports summarizing findings, risks and recommendations
  • Establish continuous touch points with auditees to ensure Internal Audit remediations are correctly implemented subsequent to audits.
Compliance audits / reviews
  • Lead the execution of compliance audits / reviews (pre-, on-site and post- phases) and prepare audit work papers in accordance with AU procedures / standards
  • Responsible for quality of audit work papers of team members
  • Document compliance audit findings and prepare compliance reports
Follow-up reviews
  • Lead follow-up reviews for operational, financial and compliance audits
  • Document results of test work in accordance with AU procedures / standards
  • Communicate review results to Audit Client and Regional Head of Audit
  • Special Assignments
  • As directed by AU Management (e.g. deficiency remediation support)
Additional Accountabilities:
  • Perform design reviews or walkthroughs of E2E processes by selecting a transaction and follow it through the entire process from origin or initiation, through the ABB Robotic’s IT systems to recording amounts in the general ledger. Assess the flow of transactions related to how these transactions are initiated, authorized, processed and recorded including routine processes, significant unusual transactions and system interface/automation.
Practice Development
  • Develop and maintain global framework / guideline (practice) for a defined business process
  • Support AU auditors in understanding / executing the practice
Qualifications for the role
  • University degree or equivalent in business administration / economics or engineering
  • Strong hands-on execution mindset – Fully comfortable delivering audits end-to-end independently (or with one additional team member).
  • Advanced data analytics capability (mandatory) – Each team member must be able to independently leverage data analytics for planning, sample selection, and identification of red flags.
  • Pragmatic, delivery-oriented approach – Able to move efficiently from scoping to fieldwork and reporting, without reliance on extensive support structures.
  • Strong analytical and IT skills, Strong oral and written communication skills, proficiency in English
  • Leadership and conflict management skills
  • At least 8 years in Audit,International business experience
  • Preferably CIA / CISA / CPA / CRMA certification
More about usOn October 8th 2025, ABB announced the sale of its Robotics (RO) Division to Softbank. The final closing of the deal will take place in 2026, most likely in third quarter. ABB Robotics generates about 2.3 bio Revenue annually and operates with headcounts in more than 50 countries. It has major manufacturing facilities in China, Sweden and the USA.For this position ABB performs pre-employment screening in alignment with local legislation before extending an offer. By applying to this open role you agree with this process, and specific consent from you for the pre-employment screening will be addressed during the recruitment process. Please be assured that only business-related topics will be part of the pre-employment screening.Ready for your next career move?We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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