Senior Internal Auditor

Ferrero International S.A.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 113,026 - 150,701; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Ferrero International S.A. in Chicago is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to lead complex audits across Central and South American markets. This role involves managing audit engagements, ensuring compliance with internal standards, and collaborating with diverse teams.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and project management skills, with 3+ years of relevant experience. Additionally, knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese is a plus, and the position requires travel approximately 40-50% of the time.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of internal audit or risk advisory experience, preferably with Big 4 or multinational CPG companies.
• Strong understanding of CPG business processes, risks, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end moderately complex audit reviews.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop risk-based audit plans.
• Prepare and review impactful audit reports and findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Education

University degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance, or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

We have a current opening for a Senior Internal Auditor and are actively reviewing applications.

For our Americas Business Operations, we are looking for a Senior Internal Auditor who will perform complex business processes, compliance, and strategic reviews. You will participate in a variety of projects across all functions and geographies in Americas with a primary focus on Central and South American markets. You will be part of our dynamic and diverse Group Internal Audit (GIA) team, based in Chicago, and report to the Internal Audit Manager.

Furthermore, you will lead and manage moderately complex audit engagements / review key subprocess withing the complex audit engagement, ensuring compliance with Ferrero GIA methodology and IIA Standards, while supporting management in strengthening governance, risk management, and internal controls.

Group Internal Audit at Ferrero offers talented professionals the opportunity to join a fast growing, diverse, global team that serves as a talent pool for future leaders. In this role, you will not only develop a wide range of technical and leadership skills but also benefit from a high level of visibility with senior stakeholders, opening doors to accelerated career growth.

Our mission is to preserve, enhance and expand Ferrero’s reputation and the core values required to support responsible and sustainable growth by providing risk based, value add and objective assurance, advice and insight. Our teams actively interact with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels of the organization, from factory personnel to senior executives offering diverse and impactful role.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end moderately complex audit reviews and advisory projects/review key sub processes in complex audit engagements. Reviews will comprise factories, business units, third parties with primary focus on Central and South America (e.g., Mexico, Brazil, Argentina). Ensure audits are delivered on time, within scope, and to expected quality standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, identify key risks, and contribute to the development of risk based audit plans. Define audit objectives, scope, and audit programs in line with business priorities, process/market understandings, and emerging risks in the region.
• Manage, review and execute audit fieldwork, analysis, testing, and documentation to ensure consistency with Ferrero GIA methodology and IIA Standards. Ensure audit evidence is sufficient, reliable, and properly documented.
• Prepare and review clear, concise, and impactful audit reports Internal Audit Reports and other deliverables, describing the audit findings, the root-causes and business-focused practical recommendations, supporting the Company to improve internal controls, procedures, systems and ways of working.
• Present and discuss audit findings to stakeholders maintaining independence and objectivity, liaising with a diverse audience across the organization, including subject matter experts and senior management.
• Monitor the work performed by junior team members and report to the Internal Audit Manager and / Assistant Manager, ensuring high standards and effective teamwork.
• Contribute to the definition and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit Team.

About You:

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking, with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, agility, proactivity and adaptability to an ever-changing and cross-cultural environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal capabilities, with strong negotiation skills to influence key stakeholders and navigate complex discussions effectively. Knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese language is considered a plus.
• Excellent project management skills to coordinate end to end engagements.
• Knowledge of auditing standard and methodology
• Understanding of CPG business processes, risks, and controls, with exposure to Central and South America
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team with autonomy, collaborating with diverse teams and cultures.
• Ability to coordinate, supervise and mentor junior team members, supporting the Internal Audit Manager in identifying customized development initiatives.
• Proven knowledge of Microsoft tools (Copilot, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SAP.
• 3+ years of internal audit or risk advisory experience, preferably within Big 4 or multinational CPG / manufacturing companies
• University degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or equivalent. Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Internal Auditor / Certified Information System Auditor/ Certified Fraud Examiner) are considered a plus
• Willingness to travel internationally approximately 40-50% of the time.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.

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The base salary range for this position is $113,026-150,701. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.

About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.

Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.