Global Head of Internal Audit & Risk Strategy

International Flavors and Fragrances; New York (NY); On-site; USD 269,000 - 384,000; Full time

Job summary

International Flavors and Fragrances seeks a dynamic Head of Internal Audit to lead the global function, report to the Audit Committee, and advise senior management. You will design and execute a risk-based audit strategy, oversee SOX compliance, and promote ethics and continuous improvement across the organization.

The role is based in our New York HQ, with responsibility for financial, operational, technology, cybersecurity, compliance, and strategic risk coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 15 years of progressive experience across audit, accounting, risk management, compliance, or related disciplines.
• At least 10 years of experience in senior audit leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading a global internal audit function within a publicly traded company.
• Deep knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404, SEC reporting environment, enterprise risk management, internal controls, and governance.
• Strong understanding of IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and professional practices.
• Experience applying data analytics, automation, and audit technology to strengthen audit coverage and insights.
• Executive presence and communication skills with the ability to advise senior leadership and communicate with Audit Committee or Board of Directors.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships across an organization while maintaining independence and objectivity.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between Internal Audit and the Audit Committee, presenting audit plans and remediation progress.
• Maintain independence and objectivity of the Internal Audit function with access to the Audit Committee.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based global audit plan across financial, operational, technology, cybersecurity, compliance, and strategic risks.
• Lead enterprise risk assessments and monitor emerging risks.
• Oversee the organization's SOX 404 compliance program, evaluating control design and operating effectiveness.
• Coordinate with external auditors to improve efficiency and monitor remediation of deficiencies.
• Support investigations involving fraud, misconduct, ethics concerns, with Legal, HR, Compliance, and Security.
• Drive innovation in audit methodologies using data analytics, automation, and AI-enabled auditing.
• Build and lead a high-performing global audit team and strengthen succession planning.

Skills

Executive presence and communication

Leadership

Data analytics and audit technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree or MBA

Job description

International Flavors and Fragrances seeks a dynamic Head of Internal Audit to lead the global function, report to the Audit Committee, and advise senior management. You will design and execute a risk-based audit strategy, oversee SOX compliance, and promote ethics and continuous improvement across the organization.

The role is based in our New York HQ, with responsibility for financial, operational, technology, cybersecurity, compliance, and strategic risk coverage.