Group Internal Auditor

Sodexo; Matosinhos; Híbrido; EUR 80 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Hybrid work model with international旅行

Health & Life Insurance

Meal allowance

Resumo da oferta

Sodexo is seeking a Group Internal Auditor to join our global finance and audit team. You will evaluate controls across 43 countries, report findings in English, and advise senior management to strengthen governance and risk management.

This high-impact role offers international exposure, a pathway to leadership, and a hybrid work model with opportunities for two-week audit assignments abroad.

Qualificações

• Bachelor or Master degree in audit, accounting or finance is required.
• Relevant certifications (ACA, ACCA and/or CIA) are preferred.
• Proven expertise in audit and / or accounting and finance, with international experience.
• Ability to build relationships with Group senior management.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct internal audits across all 43 countries and group functions.
• Develop and present audit findings and recommendations in English.
• Identify control gaps and risk management weaknesses and share best practices.
• Analyse root causes and propose strategic improvements.
• Coach senior management on internal control best practices.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports for Group management.

Conhecimentos

Audit expertise

Accounting & finance

English fluency

Formação académica

Bachelor or Master degree in audit, accounting or finance

Descrição da oferta de emprego

In 1966, in Marseille, Pierre Bellon laid the foundations of what would become Sodexo, guided by a simple yet powerful idea: improving everyday life through services that truly matter.

Today, Sodexo is a global leader in Food and Services, supporting people at every moment of life, at work, in schools, hospitals and communities. With 426,000 colleagues across 43 countries, we serve 80 million consumers every day, generating €24.1 billion in revenues. Our growth goes hand in hand with social and environmental responsibility, driven by our purpose: to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all.

About Sodexo Business Services (SBS)

Portugal is no exception! Seven years ago, we established Sodexo Business Services (SBS), our shared service center. Here, you will have the opportunity to join various Financial teams such as Record to Report, Order to Cash, Purchase to Pay, Financial Analysis, and Master Data, supporting European markets and ensuring business growth.

Join Us!

We are looking for talented professionals to be part of our team, bringing unique skills and perspectives to help us grow even further.

GROUP INTERNAL AUDITOR - A High-Impact, Global Role!

Are you an experienced finance or audit professional looking to make your mark in a dynamic, global environment? Sodexo is recruiting for a Group Internal Auditor to join our elite team spanning Paris, London, Washington, Bogota, and Porto.

As the Group Internal Audit, you will play a critical role in evaluating and strengthening the controls and risk management processes. Positioned at the heart of the business, this role offers a unique opportunity to gain deep insights into the full scale and complexity of our operations. As a trusted advisor to management, you will provide valuable perspectives on risk and control, helping to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement across Sodexo.

This prestigious role offers international exposure, direct access to senior management, and unparalleled career growth opportunities. You’ll be at the heart of the action-identifying risks, strengthening internal controls, and becoming a trusted advisor to the business.

What will you do?

• Conduct internal audits across all 43 countries, functions and activities of the group, ensuring timely follow-up on corrective actions.
• Develop and present audit findings and recommendations, both verbally and in writing, focusing on:
• Compliance with Group policies and procedures.
• Identifying control gaps and risk management weaknesses while sharing best practices across the organisation.
• Analysing root causes of internal control deficiencies and proposing strategic improvements.
• Coaching senior management on internal control best practices.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports in English and present key findings to local and Group management.
• Connect audit insights to broader business objectives, identifying common trends and delivering meaningful, actionable recommendations.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, providing guidance and sharing best practices across audited functions and entities.

What you'll need to succeed?:

• Bachelor or Master degree in audit, accounting or finance is required for the role.
• Relevant certifications (ACA, ACCA and/or CIA) are preferred.
• Proven expertise in audit and / or accounting and finance, with a strong background in external and internal audit and hands-on international audit experience.
• Ability to build relationships with Group senior management
• Team player, proactive and autonomous.
• Fluency in English (other languages are a plus).
• A strategic mindset, excellent communication skills, and a passion for driving change.
• You must be willing to travel internationally for up to two weeks at a time, with a maximum of 18 weeks away from home per year.

What we have to offer you?

• Hybrid working model with international traveling

(All travel expenses are covered, and during your two-week audit trips, you’ll have weekends free to explore and unwind.)

• Health & Life Insurance;
• Meal allowance paid in Meal Card;
• Additional Days off: extra vacation day, employee’s birthday, volunteering day;
• More than 6000 free online courses;
• Opportunity to grow professionally inside the Company;
• Possibility to participate in multicultural projects;
• Several internal activities aiming to promote our team´s wellbeing.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

Learn more about Sodexo: YouTube - Sodexo.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Sodexo is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.

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