What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Audit Manager position at ALBRIDGE - Executive Search?
Our client is a listed global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.
We are looking for an Internal Audit Manager (M/W).
the Internal Audit team (made up of approximately 20 people of different nationalities) reports directly to the CEO, and handles all Internal Audit assignments, due diligence & post-acquisition reviews, requested by the Executive Committee and the M&A department.
The IA role is pivotal in evaluating the company's financial and operational processes to ensure compliance, identify risks, and recommend improvements. They are responsible for improving the company’s operations by conducting assurance and advisory engagements by using a variety of procedures to test the design, adequacy and operating effectiveness of controls.
In this context, the Internal Audit Manager is responsible for conducting on-site audits.
These audits are cross-functional. They can be financial (performance review, financial statement review, etc.), but also process-related (organizational review, review of key operational functions, etc.) or more global (supply chain hub or production site review, etc.).
The position is a stepping stone into our client's Finance team & is considered a fast-tracked finance management development program. After 2 years in internal audit, learning company operations, internal auditors are promoted into finance roles, in the US or across the globe (Senior Controller, Regional CFO, etc.).
For this high-profile position within the group, we are looking for a top-tier candidate with the following skills :
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance
- Masters or certifications (CPA/CIA/ACCA) preferred
- 4-8 yrs experience, either in an external audit firm (Big4 preferred), or a combination of both audit firm and corporate experience
- A broad understanding of industry in general is important
- International backgrounds and profiles are highly valued
- Knowledge of another language is a plus
Finally, we are seeking a down-to-earth professional with the ability to lead the team effectively while also managing relationships with all internal stakeholders, from the Group’s Executive Management, to the management teams of its subsidiaries.
We offer a very competitive salary package and great benefits.