Reports to: Global CAO

Position Summary

- The Regional Chief Audit Officer (CAO) ensures effective internal controls, risk management, and compliance across the company’s local operations.
- Responsible for the local execution of the global internal audit strategy, conducting independent assessments of internal processes, and supporting audit readiness for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintains independence, objectivity, and a global mindset while developing strong, trusted relationships with regional management teams.

Champion Musashi Philosophy
1. Customer first: recognize all stakeholders as “customers”, understand their true needs and expectations.
2. Integrity: Act with integrity; do the right thing, work with passion.
3. Be unique, be creative: seek originality, create with ingenuity.
4. Try first, learn rapid: Challenge yourself, learn from practice.
5. One Musashi: Respect individuality and diversity, build the best team by leveraging the strengths of others.
6. Leadership and ownership: Act proactively, lead the solution.
7. Smile and thanks: Remember to smile, be grateful.

Key Responsibilities Audit Strategy & Execution:
- Implement the company’s internal audit framework in alignment with Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS).
- Develop and maintain an annual audit plan based on risk assessment, operational priorities, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead audits across functional areas including operations, finance, compliance, and IT to assess control effectiveness and process integrity.

Risk & Compliance Management:




- Identify control gaps and areas of operational risk; recommend and monitor corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, corporate policies, and global risk management standards (e.g., J-SOX, ISO standards).
- Support investigations into fraud, misconduct, or significant operational concerns as needed.

Reporting & Communication:
- Deliver clear, objective audit reports and presentations to regional leadership and the Global CAO.
- Track and report audit findings, root causes, remediation progress, and systemic issues.
- Serve as the key audit liaison for internal and external stakeholders.

Collaboration & Advisory:
- Provide advisory support to local management on internal control improvements and process optimization.
- Promote audit awareness and ethical practices through education, guidance, and influence.
- Collaborate with peers across regions to drive alignment and continuous improvement in audit methodology and practices.

Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant educational certification in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in internal audit,



risk management, or related fields, with multinational or manufacturing experience a plus.
- Strong knowledge of audit standards (e.g., IIA), corporate governance, risk management frameworks, and regulatory compliance.

Key Competencies
- Integrity and independence in thought and action
- Analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Cross-cultural leadership, communication, and collaboration
- Project management and team leadership
- Sound judgment and problem-solving ability

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Completion of annual audit plan on time and within scope
- Quality and clarity of audit reports
- Timeliness and effectiveness of corrective action follow-up
- Stakeholder satisfaction (survey or feedback-based)
- Compliance with internal audit quality standards

Regional Adjustments & Considerations

(To be completed by each region to reflect unique regulatory requirements, reporting structures, or key focus areas.)

Appointment, Recruitment, and Performance Evaluation The appointment and recruitment of the General Manager of Internal Audit will be led by the Global CAO in collaboration with the Regional CEOs. Similarly, performance evaluations will be conducted by the Global CAO in collaboration with the Regional CEOs within each region's evaluation system.

This summarizes key responsibilities but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent may be expected to perform other related duties as assigned.

📌 Regional Chief Audit Officer (Waterloo)
🏢 Musashi Americas
📍 Waterloo