Corporate Internal Auditor

Corporate Internal Auditor (Hybrid)
Gütersloh, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany (Hybrid)

A multinational organisation with a presence in over 50 countries and a workforce of approximately 145,000 employees. The organisation generated nearly €20 billion in revenue in the last financial year.

Due to team members rotating into the business, there is an opportunity to join the Corporate Internal Audit and Risk Management team. This team plays an essential role as an independent partner in ensuring strong and responsible corporate governance. The department provides objective audit and consulting services to create value and enhance business processes across the organisation's group of companies.

Your tasks:

• Preparation and execution of risk-oriented process audits, risk management reviews, and financial reviews at subsidiaries worldwide.
• Auditing operational and commercial processes regarding the appropriateness, functionality, and effectiveness of the internal control system, as well as analysing the associated application systems.
• Providing support for consulting projects, fraud investigations, and data analysis.
• Preparing audit reports with recommendations for action, presenting audit results, and discussing outcomes with management, including follow-up reviews.

Your profile:

• A degree in business administration, business informatics, or a related field.
• Over 5 years of professional experience in internal or external auditing, accounting, process optimisation, or similar areas.
• Solid knowledge and experience in international accounting (IFRS), process auditing, and risk management systems/internal control systems (RMS/ICS).
• Experience with application systems (e.g., SAP, DynamicsNav) and data analysis, as well as auditing tools and techniques (e.g., IDEA) is an advantage. Training and support in this area are available.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly grasp complex issues.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels, including strong report writing, confidence, and persuasive capabilities.
• A team player, eager to learn, and self-motivated.
• Professional proficiency in German, with additional languages such as Spanish, Mandarin, or Portuguese being an asset.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

What is offered:

• Flexible working conditions with a modern, well-equipped office and the option for hybrid working.
• Relocation assistance for international candidates.
• A dynamic, fast-paced work environment offering daily challenges and growth opportunities.
• Flat hierarchies, providing space for your ideas in a dedicated and motivating atmosphere.
• Business class travel and accommodation in quality hotels (40-60% travel required).
• Support for obtaining professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CISA, CFE, etc.).

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