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Internal audit lead

Japan, Tokyo 12000000.00 - 22000000.00 JPY / Year · Job Posted April 16, 2026
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Job Description

Provides independent, objective assessments of the company's financial reliability, internal controls, and compliance while offering advisory services to enhance risk management, controls, and governance.

Job Responsibility

  • Oversee and execute risk-based financial and operational audits in Japan
  • Manage relationships with senior leadership, providing insights on risk and control improvements
  • Lead global risk assessments, implement best practices, and drive operational excellence
  • Integrate advanced analytics and technology into audit processes
  • Deliver high-quality audit reports and presentations for leadership and the Board
  • Develop and mentor Internal Audit team members

Requirements

  • Experience in internal auditing within global organizations or professional services firm
  • Self-motivated leader with the ability to guide teams and work independently, hands on too
  • Skilled in integrating advanced data analytics into audit processes
  • Proficient in team leadership, mentoring, and project management
  • Expertise in financial, operational, compliance, and systems audits
  • Strong communicator with fluency in English and Japanese
  • Innovative thinker with a track record of challenging the status quo
  • Flexible to adapt to dynamic environments and diverse time zones
  • Preferred: Additional certifications (e.g., CIA, CFE)
  • Open to international travel as needed

Nice to have

Additional certifications (e.g., CIA, CFE)

What we offer

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  • 厚生年金保険
  • 雇用保険
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