Internal auditor

SCR-SIBELCO NV; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SCR-SIBELCO NV is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to strengthen the company’s internal control environment and risk management at its Antwerp HQ. You will collaborate with senior management, global functions, and the Audit Committee on audits, controls, and process improvements.

The role requires a Master’s degree in finance or a related field, 5–6 years in internal audit or related areas, and fluency in English. International travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of proven internal audit, risk management, consulting, or financial control experience in an international environment.
• Fluent in English with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Structured, pragmatic approach with high analytical capability.
• Ability to work independently in a global matrix organisation.
• Willingness to travel internationally when required.

Responsibilities

• Build the annual internal audit plan with the team under supervision.
• Execute audits upon Audit Committee approval and report quarterly.
• Monitor audit observations and prepare consolidated quarterly follow-up reports.
• Provide expert advice to enhance internal controls, processes, and handbooks.
• Support continuous improvement of Internal Audit, including methodology and digitalisation.
• Manage and develop the global enterprise risk management framework.
• Interact with management to understand processes, controls, and policies; suggest improvements.
• Coordinate co-sourcing and outsourcing of Internal Audit activities with third parties.

Skills

Experience in internal audit

English fluency

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Independent worker

Willingness to travel

Education

Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics

Job description

Internal auditor Location: Antwerp HQ Office At Sibelco, we advance life through materials. For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Are We the Perfect Match? At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.

Job Description

Your Impact in this role

The role reports to the Group Head of Audit & Risk Management and works closely with senior management, global functions, and the Audit Committee. The position plays a key role in strengthening Sibelco’s internal control environment, enterprise risk management, and audit effectiveness, while supporting continuous improvement and value creation across the Group.

• Build the annual internal audit plan together with the team under supervision of the Group Head of Audit & Risk Management;
• execute audits upon Audit Committee approval and report quarterly to the Audit Committee.
• Monitor all audit observations in detail to ensure timely and effective implementation by local businesses and global functions; prepare consolidated quarterly follow-up reports.
• Provide expert advice and recommendations to enhance internal control standards, processes, policies, and handbooks with the objective of reducing risk, improving efficiency, and strengthening financial performance.
• Support the continuous improvement of the Internal Audit function, including strategic assessments, development of audit methodology, digitalisation initiatives, and audit work programs.
• Manage and further develop the global enterprise risk management framework, including the Sibelco risk matrix and risk architecture.
• Maintain regular interaction with business and functional management to understand processes, controls, and policies, and proactively recommend improvements.
• Represent Internal Audit & Risk Management in cross-functional process improvement initiatives involving senior management and external stakeholders.
• Manage and coordinate co-sourcing and outsourcing of Internal Audit & Risk Management activities with third-party providers when required.

What you bring to the table

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a comparable field.
• 5 - 6 years of proven experience in internal audit, risk management, consulting, or financial control in an international environment.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, enterprise risk management, and audit methodologies.
• Experience working with senior management and Audit Committees.
• High analytical capability with a structured and pragmatic approach.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and operate effectively in a global matrix organisation.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset.
• Willingness to travel internationally when required.

Employee Type: Permanent

Why Join Us?

Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

• Meet Our People: Careers
• Learn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn More
• Discover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco priorities

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.