Global Internal Audit Lead – Finance & Controls

Kiwa; Rijswijk; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual holiday

Pension scheme

Variable bonus

Lease car or Cash4Car

Job summary

Kiwa is expanding its Internal Audit function in the Netherlands. As Internal Audit Manager, you will lead risk-based audits of finance and business processes across our international group, turning findings into independent assurance and improvements that management acts on.

You will build Kiwa's audit approach, lead engagements, and collaborate with country management and finance teams. The role includes international travel (20–25%) and reports to the Head of Corporate Risk & Internal Audit.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Economics or related field; Master's preferred.
• RA, RO, CPA, ACCA or CIA is a strong plus.
• 10+ years in audit including external Big Four at senior/manager level and internal audit in an international organization.
• Fluent in English; Dutch or other languages are a plus.
• Willing to travel internationally 20%–25%; based in the Netherlands with valid work permit; not fully remote.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, business processes and fraud risk; hands-on data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop Kiwa's internal audit methodology, templates and quality standards per IIA Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Contribute to risk-based audit planning and sequencing engagements.
• Plan, lead and complete complex audits of finance and business processes from scoping to executive reports.
• Lead baseline reviews of newly acquired companies and investigations.
• Lead fraud and special investigations and advise management on measures.
• Report findings and root causes to senior management and validate action plans.
• Provide internal control advice and quality assurance on major finance, HR and sustainability reporting programs.
• Direct, review and coach the work of team members and guest auditors.

Skills

Auditing leadership

Risk assessment

Data analytics

Fraud risk

Education

Master's degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional qualifications: RA/RO/CPA/ACCA/CIA a strong plus

Job description

Kiwa is expanding its Internal Audit function in the Netherlands. As Internal Audit Manager, you will lead risk-based audits of finance and business processes across our international group, turning findings into independent assurance and improvements that management acts on.

You will build Kiwa's audit approach, lead engagements, and collaborate with country management and finance teams. The role includes international travel (20–25%) and reports to the Head of Corporate Risk & Internal Audit.