Central Internal Auditor: Risk & Controls Expert

faurecia S.A.; Santa Maria da Feira; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia Interiors is seeking a Central Internal Auditor to be based in Santa Maria da Feira. The role covers risk-based audits across governance, risk management and internal controls in an international setting.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in internal or related audits, a Master’s degree in a relevant field, and strong analytical and communication skills, with English fluency required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Audit or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years in internal audit, external audit, internal control, risk management or finance.
• Experience in an international environment is preferred.
• Fluency in English is required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the annual internal audit plan.
• Perform financial, operational, compliance and process audits across entities and regions.
• Document processes, risks and controls, and test design and operating effectiveness.
• Conduct interviews, walkthroughs, testing and data analysis.
• Identify root causes, control weaknesses and improvement opportunities.
• Draft audit findings, recommendations and management action plans.
• Monitor remediation progress and follow up on action plans.
• Support ICFR/SOX-type testing and investigations when requested.
• Use audit tools and data analytics to improve audit quality and efficiency.

Skills

Audit methodology

Analytical skills

Independence and integrity

Clear written and verbal communication

Multicultural collaboration

Fluency in English

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent level in Accounting, Finance, Business, Audit or related field

Job description

Forvia Interiors is seeking a Central Internal Auditor to be based in Santa Maria da Feira. The role covers risk-based audits across governance, risk management and internal controls in an international setting.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in internal or related audits, a Master’s degree in a relevant field, and strong analytical and communication skills, with English fluency required.