What are the responsibilities and job description for the BNHU- Internal Auditor position at Bandai Namco Toys and Collectibles America Inc.?
Internal Auditor
We are seeking a motivated Internal Auditor, to join our growing Internal Audit team. This role will involve working both independently and collaboratively within a team, reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit. The Internal Auditor, Associate will play a critical role in leading and supporting the planning, execution, and reporting of financial, operational, and IT audits. This position will also support compliance efforts related to the Japanese SOX or J-SOX for Bandai Namco Holdings USA Inc. (“BNHU”) and its Group Companies within the Americas region. You will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of industries, including Video Games (Entertainment), Toys & Hobby (Consumer Products), Filmworks (Visuals & Production), Logistics, and Arcade Machines (Amusement), offering you valuable cross-industry experience.
In this role, you will work closely with both internal and external business partners, engaging with cross-functional teams across finance, operations, IT, and management. You will assist in leading Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) control testing, as well as supporting risk mitigation activities in a changing environment. Additionally, you will participate in ad hoc internal audit projects and contribute to ongoing enterprise risk management initiatives.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
In this role, you will work closely with both internal and external business partners, engaging with cross-functional teams across finance, operations, IT, and management. You will assist in leading Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) control testing, as well as supporting risk mitigation activities in a changing environment. Additionally, you will participate in ad hoc internal audit projects and contribute to ongoing enterprise risk management initiatives.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Key Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Perform financial, operational, IT, and compliance internal audits (including J-SOX audits) to assess the effectiveness of internal controls in the BNHU region, as requested by the Senior Manager, Internal Audit.
- Support the scoping, execution, and delivery of Internal Audits.
- Perform walkthroughs with key process owners and identify key controls and evaluate the design effectiveness to mitigate key audit risks.
- Review and update audit documentation including process narratives, flowcharts, and risk control matrix both within Auditboard and externally.
- Manage document requests and track audit evidence through AuditBoard.
- Ensure timely completion of all audit testing in accordance with established deadlines, and maintain well-organized, comprehensive audit work papers to support conclusions.
- Work closely with team members to ensure quality review notes are timely addressed.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and external auditors.
- Assist with external auditor requests and provide necessary documentation.
- Draft clear and concise audit findings and reports, and effectively communicate processes, findings, and conclusions to management, both verbally and in writing.
- Communicate internal audit findings and review results, including written reports and regular updates to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit.
- Assist in educating stakeholders on the importance of internal controls and the role of Internal Audit in maintaining an effective control environment.
- Assist in preparing presentations and materials for management.
- Perform special projects and utilize data analytics tools as needed.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILTIES
CORE SKILLS
Accuracy –
Works with minimal/acceptable error rate; seeks help for problems; pays attention to detail; follows established work procedures; alerts others when preventable problems arise.
Reliability –
Consistently dependable in meeting work expectations; good work output; keeps commitments. Maintains an acceptable attendance level.
Judgment –
Makes reasonable and defensible decisions based on relevant information.
Loyalty –
Keeps confidential company information; follows company policies; seeks management approval when sharing such data; reports violations of company policies to proper management authority.
Communication –
Writes and speaks with accuracy and sensitivity; uses proper language, tone, location, medium (in person or via electronic form) and timing when conveying information; and respects different communication styles of individuals with different backgrounds or perspectives.
JOB-SPECIFIC SKILLS
CORE SKILLS
Accuracy –
Works with minimal/acceptable error rate; seeks help for problems; pays attention to detail; follows established work procedures; alerts others when preventable problems arise.
Reliability –
Consistently dependable in meeting work expectations; good work output; keeps commitments. Maintains an acceptable attendance level.
Judgment –
Makes reasonable and defensible decisions based on relevant information.
Loyalty –
Keeps confidential company information; follows company policies; seeks management approval when sharing such data; reports violations of company policies to proper management authority.
Communication –
Writes and speaks with accuracy and sensitivity; uses proper language, tone, location, medium (in person or via electronic form) and timing when conveying information; and respects different communication styles of individuals with different backgrounds or perspectives.
JOB-SPECIFIC SKILLS
- Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), J-SOX, GAAP, and other regulatory frameworks relevant to auditing and financial reporting.
- Problem-Solving: Strong ability to analyze complex business and financial processes, identify issues, and recommend improvements.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with process owners, IT teams, and management to improve processes and address audit issues.
- Time Management: Effective at managing multiple audits simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work. A professional who is both detail oriented and yet has the strong ability to stand back and “look at the big picture”.
- Attention to Detail: Works with minimal/acceptable error rate and pays attention to detail.
- Adaptability: Demonstrates the ability to thrive in a changing environment, quickly adjusting to shifting priorities, new challenges, and evolving business needs while maintaining high performance.
- Integrity & Professionalism: High ethical standards, with a commitment to confidentiality and adherence to company policies.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Information Systems or related field.
- 2 years of public accounting or audit experience.
- Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and a solid understanding of control design principles and operational efficiency concepts.
- Familiar with GAAP and COSO Framework.
- Experience performing SOX control testing and documentation for business process controls including walkthroughs, narratives, and process flow charts
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Proficient in all MS applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Able to travel domestically and internationally.
PREFFERED REQUIREMENTS
- CIA, CISA, and/or CPA professional designations preferred (but not required)
- Experience with Internal Audit GRC tools i.e. Auditboard, is desirable
- Operational audit experience preferred (but not required)
- Understanding of Applications and ITGC Controls
- Experience with Power Bi is a plus.
MENTAL, PHYSICAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
White-collar office environment.
WORKPLACE TEMPERATURE
Typical office.
WORK CONDITIONS
Office environment.
NOISE LEVEL
Mild.
PHYSICAL SIGHT
Able to read both hardcopy and computer-based text.
LIFTING
Occasional lifting of up to 15lbs.
TRAVEL
Infrequent Travel, approximately 10%.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
White-collar office environment.
WORKPLACE TEMPERATURE
Typical office.
WORK CONDITIONS
Office environment.
NOISE LEVEL
Mild.
PHYSICAL SIGHT
Able to read both hardcopy and computer-based text.
LIFTING
Occasional lifting of up to 15lbs.
TRAVEL
Infrequent Travel, approximately 10%.
