Manager - Internal Audit - Global Audit

This is a leadership role within the Global Internal Audit & Controls function, reporting into the Senior Director - Internal Audit & Controls, with responsibility for leading a team and driving risk-based audit and governance initiatives across markets and operations.

How You Will Contribute:

Manage and Conduct Global Audits:

- Lead comprehensive, risk-based audits, including financial, operational, and compliance audits across regions and functions, ensuring compliance with IIA and Mondel- z standards.

Stakeholder Management:

- Act as a trusted advisor and primary audit liaison with senior management across various geographies, including leaders in Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, Sales Marketing, and General BU/ Regional Management.

- Provide regular updates to the Audit Director and executive leadership on audit progress, risk areas, and action plans.

Compliance with internal Audit KPIs:

- Drive audit execution in line with the global KPIs defined.

- Work closely with the Senior Director to identify KPI misses, root causes, and initiate corrective actions.

Continuous Improvement and Digitalization:

- Drive harmonization, efficiencies, and continuous improvement initiatives within the audit process by identifying opportunities for automation, digital tools, and data analytics, enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of audit processes.

Team Leadership and Development:

- Lead, coach, and develop a global team of audit professionals, fostering a high-performance, compliance-oriented culture.

- Guide team members, aligning their development with organizational objectives.

Monitor and Report Risk Mitigation Plans:

- Oversee the creation, monitoring, and follow-up on corrective action plans, providing executive management with visibility on progress and areas requiring escalation.

Key Stakeholders:

- Internal: Executive Leadership, Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, IT, Sales, Marketing, and HR teams.

- External: External Auditors (as required), Consulting Partners.

Experience and Qualifications:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is required.

- Candidates with extensive experience in Audit firms or in large-scale/global manufacturing companies.

- We also welcome candidates directly from the manufacturing sector with significant experience in high-volume operations.

- Global exposure is highly preferred.

- 12-15 years of experience in internal audit/risk/controls roles, including team leadership experience and exposure to global or multi-functional audits.

- Leadership and Collaboration: Proven ability to lead senior audit teams, engage with executive leadership, and build a compliance-focused culture across diverse and global environments.

- Strategic and Digital Mindset: Skilled at identifying strategic opportunities for digital transformation and using technology to drive process improvements and audit automation.

- Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of internal controls, audit practices, and risk management frameworks, with proficiency in financial policies, enterprise risk management, U.S. GAAP/IFRS standards, and SOX compliance.