AI Transformation Manager – Internal Control

Ford Motor Company

Ford AI transformation manager modernizing global internal-control processes through automation. Leading pilots, roadmaps, dashboards, and adoption from Dearborn in a hybrid role.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $115,500 - $218,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in AI and automation transformation within Internal Control, focusing on strategy development, process mapping, and compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in leading cross-cultural teams and translating technical AI initiatives into actionable business strategies.

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AI Transformation StrategyInternal Control FrameworkProcess MappingExecutive CommunicationDigital Transformation Leadership

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Hard Skills

Internal ControlsDigital TransformationProcess MappingWorkflow AutomationData AnalyticsAI ToolsChange ManagementRisk ManagementFinancial ReportingGAAP

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationCross-Cultural CollaborationTeam LeadershipProblem SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

ChatGPTClaudeCopilotPythonSQLPower BIUiPathAlteryxCloud PlatformsData Pipelines

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIAPMPAIGP

Industry Keywords

S-Ox ComplianceGDPRCOSO FrameworkInternal AuditBig 4 Auditing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudPMPPythonRPASQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as global program owner for AI and automation transformation within Internal Control, setting strategy, priorities, and standards across all regions
Champion AI and smart automation efficiencies in manual controls evaluation procedures
Baseline and prioritize control workflows and build reimagined process maps identifying AI enablers
Implement proactive, continuous control monitoring and expanded controls testing coverage through AI and automation
Partner with regional Internal Control leads to prioritize pain points, reflect regulatory and cultural nuances, and drive adoption
Direct prioritization of work with the India-based Data Science team and translate business requirements into technical specifications
Govern sandbox pilots and decide whether pilots scale, are redesigned, or sunset
Lead global design and implementation of AI and automation solutions while ensuring compliance with S-Ox, GDPR, data privacy, and model risk management requirements
Develop and annually refresh the global AI transformation roadmap
Serve as subject matter expert on AI literacy and internal control use cases
Apply AI tools to automate program-management workflows, including status reporting, meeting synthesis, risk flags, and task tracking
Own intelligent dashboards tracking metrics, pilot status, and projected ROI
Build business cases quantifying efficiency gains, risk reduction, and cost savings
Develop change-management plans, training, and playbooks for global AI adoption
Translate technical AI initiatives into concise executive communications
Facilitate global forums with regional leads and the India Data Science team and track emerging AI/ML trends

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Data Science, or Information Systems
7+ years of experience with internal controls, Internal Audit at a large public company, or Big 4 auditing
Experience leading digital transformation or automation initiatives, ideally across a global organization
Hands-on daily use of modern AI tools, including ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, prompt engineering, and workflow automation
Ability to demonstrate personal productivity gains from AI tools
Experience in process mapping, workflow baselining, and enterprise change management
Experience with the COSO Internal Control Framework
Experience with cross-cultural, geographically distributed, matrixed/dotted-line teams
Exceptional executive communication skills and ability to distill technical concepts into actionable business strategy
CPA, CIA, PMP, or AIGP certification is advantageous
Familiarity with RPA platforms or data analytics tools such as Python, SQL, Power BI, UiPath, and Alteryx is advantageous
Experience directing offshore/global Data Science or IT teams is advantageous
Experience conducting external benchmarking is advantageous
Understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal control best practices is advantageous
Familiarity with cloud platforms, data pipelines, and AI experimentation toolchains is advantageous
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time