Senior Internal Audit Manager

Bega Cheese; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career development

Community involvement

Wellbeing programs

Salary continuance insurance

Job summary

Bega Group in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Internal Audit Manager to deliver independent assurance across governance, risk and control. You will design the risk-based Internal Audit Plan, lead end-to-end audits and coordinate external partners.

You'll regularly brief the Executive Leadership Team, Audit Committee and Board as the function evolves under a new Head of Internal Audit & Risk, offering scope to shape methodology, data-enabled assurance and ways of working. This is a hybrid role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in relevant field.
• CA/CPA qualifications are preferred.
• Experience delivering audits in large organisations.
• Strong written and verbal communication to board level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
• Lead end-to-end audits across operations, finance, compliance and strategy.
• Present insights to Executive Leadership, Audit Committee and Board.
• Coordinate with co-sourced partners and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Internal Audit

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Data Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related

CA or CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

Audits tools (GRC)

Job description

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!

• Lead complex audits and influence enterprise-wide risk and governance
• High-profile role partnering with executives, Audit Committee and the Board
• Shape an evolving Internal Audit function with a new Head of Audit & Risk

The Role

We’re seeking a Senior Internal Audit Manager to deliver high‑quality, independent assurance and advisory services that sharpen governance, risk management, and control effectiveness.

You’ll design and execute the risk‑based Internal Audit Plan, lead end‑to‑end audits across operational, financial, compliance and strategic areas, and coordinate co‑sourced partners to consistent standards. You will regularly brief senior executives and present insights to the Audit Committee and Board. The function is evolving under a new Head of Internal Audit & Risk, offering scope to shape methodology, data‑enabled assurance, and ways of working.

This is a hybrid opportunity, with three days per week in the office and occasional travel to Bega sites across Australia and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and deliver the annual risk‑based Internal Audit Plan
• Plan, lead and execute end‑to‑end internal audits and reviews across the business
• Produce clear, insightful reports and recommendations; track and validate remediation
• Coordinate and quality‑assure co‑sourced internal audit partners and specialist providers
• Present audit results and thematic insights to the Executive Leadership Team and the Risk & Audit Committee and Board; continuously enhance methodology and technology‑enabled assurance

About you

• Proven success delivering complex internal audit and risk engagements in large organisations
• Undergraduate degree (or equivalent experience); CA or CPA preferred
• Confident communicator who can write board‑level reports and present to executive stakeholders and committees
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement — able to build trust and influence with courage and respect
• Curious and analytical with an interest in data analytics and technology‑enabled assurance

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 3000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!

Life at Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

• Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
• Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
• Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Applications

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.