Internal Audit Specialist

Kordsa; Pendik; On-site; TRY 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Program

International assignments

Flexible working arrangements

Employee recognition

DE&I trainings

Diverse, dynamic team

Job summary

Kordsa invites an Internal Audit Specialist to reinforce its Global Internal Audit Team in Turkey. You will plan, execute, and report audit projects across Kordsa sites with emphasis on IFRS, internal controls, and fraud risk identification.

The role requires 4–7 years in Big 4 or multinational audit, strong data analytics (SQL, Python, Power BI), and professional certifications. Rewards include competitive compensation and potential international assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Technologies or similar fields.
• 4 - 7 years of experience in a Big 4 firm, forensic services/investigation practices, or the internal audit department of a multinational company, preferably in manufacturing industries.
• Strong understanding of accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls. Practical experience in IFRS reporting and financial audits is highly preferred.
• Experience in data analytics, including data extraction, analysis, visualization, and identification of anomalies, trends, and potential fraud indicators using tools such as SQL, Python, Power BI, ACL, or advanced Excel.
• Experience in fraud risk management, forensic audits, investigations, whistleblower case reviews, or misconduct assessments is considered a strong asset.
• General knowledge of ERP program (SAP 4HANA, etc.) is a plus.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CFE, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent qualifications are advantageous.
• Analytical thinking, result oriented, enthusiastic, fast in action but with detailed planning.
• Strong communication skills, cross functional team worker.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English.
• No restrictions for international travel (up to 2 months in a year).

Responsibilities

• Planning, organizing, conducting and formally reporting on scheduled audit projects based on the approved annual audit plan in all Kordsa sites.
• Execution of the internal audit procedures of audit project, performing the fieldwork with all evidential support for report recommendations and demonstrating capacity for effective decision making along with drawing sound conclusions.
• Performing follow up activities to ensure that the action plans related with recommendations are implemented in a timely manner and effectively.
• Performing financial, operational, and compliance audits with a particular focus on financial reporting risks, IFRS compliance, and key internal controls.
• Maintaining an up to date understanding of IFRS and CMB requirements; audit techniques and standards; professional codes; Company's business, operational process and market knowledge.
• Supporting fraud risk assessments, investigation assignments, and special reviews related to potential misconduct, irregularities, and whistleblower allegations.
• Utilizing data analytics techniques to identify control weaknesses, unusual transactions, fraud indicators, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Helping internal auditor(s) in the team during the projects and taking initiative for internal auditor(s)' self-development.
• Creating and implementing queries by utilizing data analytics tools and visualizing the query results.
• Developing new ideas to increase awareness about Global Internal Audit's activities within Kordsa.
• Making research, designing and conducting projects related to advisory services requested by the management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Cross functional teamwork

English fluency

Strong communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Technologies or similar fields

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

ACL

Advanced Excel

SAP 4HANA

Job description

We work to create a culture of inclusion, by ensuring an equitable work environment where every individual is valued first as a human being and differences are embraced as opportunities for all areas of our business.

Are you ready to be reinforced?

We reinforce life across a vast variety of fields, making a difference with what we do as an effective and dynamic team.

And now, we come to you with an opportunity that will reinforce your career and your future.

''WE are seeking a Internal Audit Specialist to reinforce our Global Internal Audit Team .''

What we are looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Technologies or similar fields.
• 4 - 7 years of experience in a Big 4 firm, forensic services/investigation practices, or the internal audit department of a multinational company, preferably in manufacturing industries.
• Strong understanding of accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls. Practical experience in IFRS reporting and financial audits is highly preferred.
• Experience in data analytics, including data extraction, analysis, visualization, and identification of anomalies, trends, and potential fraud indicators using tools such as SQL, Python, Power BI, ACL, or advanced Excel.
• Experience in fraud risk management, forensic audits, investigations, whistleblower case reviews, or misconduct assessments is considered a strong asset.
• General knowledge of ERP program (SAP 4HANA, etc.) is a plus.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CFE, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent qualifications are advantageous.
• Analytical thinking, result oriented, enthusiastic, fast in action but with detailed planning.
• Strong communication skills, cross functional team worker.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English.
• No restrictions for international travel (up to 2 months in a year).

What you will be doing ?

• Planning, organizing, conducting and formally reporting on scheduled audit projects based on the approved annual audit plan in all Kordsa sites.
• Execution of the internal audit procedures of audit project, performing the fieldwork with all evidential support for report recommendations and demonstrating capacity for effective decision making along with drawing sound conclusions.
• Performing follow up activities to ensure that the action plans related with recommendations are implemented in a timely manner and effectively.
• Performing financial, operational, and compliance audits with a particular focus on financial reporting risks, IFRS compliance, and key internal controls.
• Maintaining an up to date understanding of IFRS and CMB requirements; audit techniques and standards; professional codes; Company's business, operational process and market knowledge.
• Supporting fraud risk assessments, investigation assignments, and special reviews related to potential misconduct, irregularities, and whistleblower allegations.
• Utilizing data analytics techniques to identify control weaknesses, unusual transactions, fraud indicators, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Helping internal auditor(s) in the team during the projects and taking initiative for internal auditor(s)' self-development.
• Creating and implementing queries by utilizing data analytics tools and visualizing the query results.
• Developing new ideas to increase awareness about Global Internal Audit's activities within Kordsa.
• Making research, designing and conducting projects related to advisory services requested by the management.

What's in it for you ?

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including base salary, variable incentive and flexible benefits package, dynamic and competitive compensation, parental leave, employee recognition scheme, flexible working arrangements,
• Kordsa is rich in learning resources. We provide constant development opportunities, trainings, the possibility of international assignments, internal position changes and the chance to shape your own career,
• The ultimate place to win and achieve your career dreams if you take initiative and push the boundaries while helping others shine along the way,
• DE&I awareness trainings & workshops,
• Work in a diverse, dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team,
• Opportunities to network and connect,
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.

Our Culture

We focus on the needs and expectations of customers & all stakeholders. We value different perspectives and inclusion in decision making also we strive to be a pioneer of innovation, create long term and sustainable value. We are not afraid of making mistakes, we see this as a development opportunity. We provide equal opportunities to each and every one and embrace differences.

At Kordsa, we hire without prejudice and without discrimination regarding race, gender, religion, color, national or social origin, ethnicity, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender expression or political view.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. Kordsa is a place where everyone can grow.