Director Internal Audit

Job Description

Kubota is a global leader with more than 50,000 employees and operations in over 120 countries. Our mission: shaping solutions for food, water, and the environment. In Europe, we are transforming our tax function into a modern, collaborative, and technology-oriented organization supporting over 60 entities.

To strengthen our European governance framework, we are looking for a Director of Internal Audit (m/f/d) who can drive our ICOFR/J-SOX audit program, lead a dedicated team, and act as a strategic partner to KHE (Kubota Holdings Europe- European Holding Company) top management and Kubota HQ.

This role is based in Nieuw-Vennep (Amsterdam area) or in Klepp (Norway) and requires international travel in line with the annual audit plan.

Your Role - Strategic Leadership, Hands-On Execution

This position is ideal for a senior audit professional who combines strategic vision with operational depth. You will oversee the full audit cycle, from planning and J-SOX/ICOFR scoping with Kubota HQ to hands-on testing and executive reporting, while also contributing to Group Finance Management discussions and organizational development.

Your Main Responsibilities

Audit Planning & ICOFR/J-SOX

• Define and coordinate the annual J-SOX/ICOFR audit scope with Kubota HQ, including entity selection and risk-based coverage.
• Build and manage a detailed audit plan with team assignments and resource allocation.
• Ensure Year-End audits are completed on schedule and in line with global standards.

Audit Execution

• Participate actively in audit fieldwork, including control testing and execution of audit procedures.
• Review working papers and approve audit reports before submission.
• Support auditors throughout the full audit cycle: planning, fieldwork, and reporting.

Stakeholder Management & Reporting

• Report audit results and Year-End updates to KHE top management and Kubota HQ Internal Audit.
• Respond to Kubota HQ requests beyond the ICOFR framework and maintain an active dialogue with HQ.
• Contribute to Group Finance Management discussions and broader strategic governance responsibilities.

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop the Internal Audit team across direct and indirect reports.
• Drive skills development, training, and performance management for all team members.
• Identify and recruit talent to strengthen the team's capabilities over time.

Systems & Budget

• Manage the audit department budget and oversee efficient use of tools including Workiva and Power BI.

Why This Role is Attractive

• A senior leadership role with real strategic influence across KHE and direct visibility to Kubota HQ.
• Ownership of the J-SOX/ICOFR audit programme in a complex, multi-entity European organisation.
• International exposure across Europe and Japan, with meaningful travel built into the role.
• A collaborative leadership culture that values initiative, quality, and continuous development.
• Competitive package with hybrid working flexibility.