Inside the Role

The IT Internal Control team plays a central role in ensuring that IT operations meet all internal control and compliance standards. This position is deeply focused on the full scope of IT Internal Controls (ICS), partnering closely with IT stakeholders to maintain a strong control environment across all financially relevant systems.
The IT Internal Controls Lead/Supervisor oversees the complete lifecycle of ICS activities, including control design, continuous testing, timely reporting, and effective remediation of findings. As the primary liaison between IT, external audit firm, DTNA ICS Officer and the Global IT ICS Officer, this role ensures alignment, transparency, and adherence to global compliance expectations. This role is responsible for maintaining a robust ICS framework that supports audit readiness and strengthens financial system integrity.
Beyond core ICS responsibilities, the position also contributes to broader IT strategic initiatives, including automation, data foundation improvements, and the adoption of new technologies that enhance effectiveness and support long‑term digital transformation.
In addition to ICS leadership, this role guides a team of ICS professionals, providing direction, coaching, and performance management while driving process improvements and operational efficiency across the control landscape.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

What You Drive at DTNA  

Internal Controls Management

• Ensure all IT ICS program deadlines are met, including bi-annual self‑assessments.

• Facilitate the review and update of the financially relevant applications list with DTNA Directors and support teams.

• Collaborate with the DTNA ICS Manager to finalize the DTNA IT System Selection list and communicate updates to the Central IT Risk department.

• Ensure up to date ICS design documents for all relevant systems

• Provide rating recommendations to management based on testing results.

• Develop remediation strategies, advise assessors, and facilitate timely resolution of control issues.

• Track self‑assessment status, remediation progress, and report updates to upper management.

Audit & Compliance

• Act as the primary liaison between external auditors and DTNA IT management.

• Coordinate IT corporate audit activities, ensuring findings and follow‑ups are managed effectively.

• Track and ensure timely delivery of data requests and samples to external auditors.

• Consult on potential audit issues and support resolution strategies.

• Review remediation deliverables for plausibility and completeness.

• Communicate annual ICS program expectations, timelines, and strategic priorities to IT management.

Strategic Leadership & Collaboration

• Partner with IT and business leadership to identify, recommend, develop, and implement modern digital solutions that enhance processes and employee experience.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and support execution of the Finance IT roadmap in alignment with Global Finance initiatives

Team Leadership

• Directly supervise and manage the ICS team, ensuring high performance and professional development.

• Make personnel decisions including hiring, disciplinary actions and compensation discussions

 

Knowledge & Experience You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Management, or related field, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• At least 2 years of project management experience, including leading cross‑functional initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of quality and attention to detail.
• Experience identifying and driving  process improvements and applying non‑traditional, innovative thinking (“outside the box”) to solve problems.
• Exposure to strategic planning, digital transformation, or business use‑case development.
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills with the ability to evaluate risk and recommend effective solutions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong communication abilities.
• Demonstrated adaptability in a dynamic environment, with the ability to lead through change.
• An attached resume is required.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have  

• Preferred but not required - experience in compliance, internal controls, or IT audit (SOX, ITGC, ICS, or related frameworks).

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa

• All other applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application

• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check

• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions

• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.