Internal Audit 172399 - Internal

Key Responsibilities Audit Execution & Assurance Lead and execute risk-based operational, financial, compliance, and process audits across global functions. Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management practices. Develop audit scope, testing plans, work programs, and audit procedures. Identify control weaknesses, process gaps, inefficiencies, and compliance risks. Perform walkthroughs, testing, root-cause analysis, and evidence-based assessments. Prepare audit reports containing observations, risk assessments, recommendations, and management action plans. Risk Management & Compliance Assess compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and internal control frameworks. Support enterprise risk assessments and annual audit planning activities. Evaluate emerging risks associated with technology, automation, AI, cybersecurity, outsourcing, and third-party operations. Monitor remediation activities and validate closure of audit findings. Stakeholder Management Partner with global process owners, business leaders, controllers, compliance teams, and external auditors. Present audit findings and recommendations to senior leadership. Facilitate constructive discussions with management regarding risk mitigation and process improvement opportunities. Build trusted relationships while maintaining professional independence and objectivity. Investigations & Special Reviews Conduct investigations related to policy violations, fraud indicators, ethics concerns, and control exceptions as directed by Global Internal Audit. Lead special projects, reviews, and management requests requiring independent assessment. Team Leadership Mentor and coach audit professionals within the Internal Audit team. Review audit workpapers and ensure adherence to professional standards and methodology. Drive continuous improvement in audit approaches, analytics, automation, and reporting. Data Analytics & Technology Utilize data analytics tools to improve audit coverage, risk identification, and control testing. Support implementation of continuous auditing and monitoring techniques. Leverage advanced analytics and AI-enabled audit methodologies where appropriate. Critical Independence Requirements The role is part of the Global Internal Audit organization and operates independently from local Shared Services operations. Administrative reporting to local management is limited to employment-related matters such as attendance, facilities, performance administration, and local compliance requirements. Audit findings, observations, ratings, investigation outcomes, audit plans, risk assessments, and reporting remain under the authority of Global Internal Audit. Local Shared Services management shall not influence, modify, suppress, approve, or restrict audit conclusions or communications. Audit results are communicated directly through established Global Internal Audit governance channels.
Shift:Service( 01:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Skill:Risk Management
JobCode:Compliance
Grade/Level:G4L2
##LI-DNIQualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related discipline. Master's degree, MBA, or equivalent preferred. Professional Certifications (Preferred) CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) CPA / CA / ACCA CISA CFE Other relevant audit or risk certifications Experience 10-15 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, Public Accounting, or Finance Controls. 2-5 years of leadership or people-management experience. Experience working within multinational organizations, Global Business Services (GBS), Shared Services, or large corporate environments. Demonstrated experience managing complex audits across multiple geographies and business functions. Key Competencies Risk Assessment & Internal Controls Financial & Operational Auditing SOX / ICFR / Compliance Programs Fraud Risk Management Audit Planning & Execution Stakeholder Management Root Cause Analysis Data Analytics & Automation Executive Communication Leadership & Mentoring Professional Skepticism Independent Judgment Success Measures Timely completion of audit plan commitments. Quality and impact of audit observations and recommendations. Effectiveness of remediation tracking and closure validation. Enhancement of control environment and risk management practices. Adoption of data-driven auditing methodologies. Positive feedback from Global Internal Audit leadership and key stakeholders while maintaining audit independence.