Internal Audit Manager
The role of the Internal Audit Manager EMEA is to lead and participate in operational, strategic, and financial audits, as well as consulting projects within the EMEA region. Responsible for delivering the annual Internal Audit plan, contributing to strategy development and execution, and acting as a point of contact and knowledge partner for EMEA S&F stakeholders, driving governance and the risk agenda. The role also supports cross‑regional audits and initiatives, delivering value for global S&F and other functions (ESG, Commercial, P&O, etc.).
The Internal Audit Manager EMEA reports directly to the EMEA Internal Audit Director and is part of a dedicated team of nine managers focused on the EMEA region. Building strong relationships with key stakeholders is vital, positioning the manager as a trusted business partner.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in new audits and consultative engagements, including core insurance, compliance, operational, and strategic areas.
- Lead new audits and consultative engagements in core assurance, compliance, operational, and strategic areas.
- Perform audit procedures involving developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting management processes and procedures.
- Conduct interviews, review documents, develop and administer surveys, compose summary memos, and prepare working papers.
- Identify, develop, and document audit issues and recommendations for improvement, exercising independent judgment regarding the areas under review.
Required Skills
- Relevant qualification in accounting (ACA, CIA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA, etc.).
- Experience in external and/or internal audit.
- Ideally experience within the Big4 or FMCG business.
- Experience of working internationally.
- Experience influencing without authority.
- Very good written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management.
Benefits
- Work with diverse and talented Associates guided by the Five Principles.
- Join a purpose‑driven company striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
- Best‑in‑class learning and development support from day one, including access to Mars University.
- Industry‑competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.