Senior Manager, Internal Operations Audit

Nutrien; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Nutrien is seeking a Senior Manager, Internal Audit – NPK to lead risk-based financial and operational audits across Nutrien’s NPK units, focusing on risk assessment, internal controls, and process improvement. This role requires a CPA and/or CIA, at least 10 years of business experience with 7 in audit, and 4+ years in management, with travel up to 30% across North America and Trinidad and Tobago.

You will collaborate with senior leadership, supervise audit teams, and ensure COSO/IIA standards

Qualifications

• This role requires CPA and/or CIA designation and a strong accounting/finance foundation.
• Minimum 10 years of business experience, including at least 7 years in audit.
• 4+ years of progressive management and leadership experience.
• Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of COSO Internal Control Framework and IIA standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead risk-based financial and operational audits across NPK facilities.
• Collaborate with senior and site leadership to assess risks and controls.
• Manage all phases of the audit lifecycle from planning to reporting.
• Perform integrated control reviews aligned with COSO.
• Provide advisory support to improve process efficiency and control effectiveness.
• Promote leading practices and ensure adherence to IIA standards.
• Travel up to 30% for site and facility audits.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

COSO knowledge

Report writing

Travel readiness

Confidentiality

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

CPA and/or CIA designation

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world‑class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

Reporting to the Director, Internal Audit – Corporate & NPK, the Senior Manager, Internal Audit – NPK is responsible for leading financial and operational audits across Nutrien’s NPK business units. The role focuses on assessing risk, evaluating internal controls, and driving continuous improvement in business processes.

Periodic travel to NPK facilities across North America and Trinidad and Tobago is required.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute risk-based financial and operational audit programs for plant and facility operations, including inventory management, maintenance, turnarounds, capital projects, procurement, safety, and cost control
• Collaborate with NPK senior and site leadership to evaluate key risks and the effectiveness of related controls
• Lead all phases of the audit lifecycle, including planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, and reporting
• Perform integrated control reviews in alignment with the COSO Internal Control Framework
• Provide advisory support to site personnel to improve process efficiency and control effectiveness
• Identify and promote leading practices across the organization
• Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with IIA Standards and the IIA Code of Ethics
• Maintain strong working relationships with senior, site, and facility leadership
• Act as audit lead, team member, or individual contributor, as required
• Exercise sound judgment and maintain strict confidentiality

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field along with a CPA and/or CIA designation
• Minimum of 10 years of business experience, including at least 7 years in audit
• 4+ years of progressive management and leadership experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage all organizational levels
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• In-depth knowledge of the COSO Integrated Framework for Internal Control
• Strong report writing and presentation skills
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with large‑scale ERP systems, primarily SAP and Oracle
• Willingness and ability to travel for site and facility audits (up to 30%)

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.