Sr. Finance Analyst, Global Internal Audit

General Mills, Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills, Inc. is seeking a Global Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit team in Minneapolis.

The Senior Financial Analyst will assess risks, test controls, and provide data-driven insights across global operations, partnering with management to drive improvements. You will conduct risk assessments, lead audits in accordance with IIA standards, and collaborate with functions such as Marketing, Sales, and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems or Economics.
• 3–5 years relevant working experience.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Strong process/project leadership (Process Excellence).
• Ability to travel 20–30% (domestic and international).

Responsibilities

• Research, benchmark, and conduct risk assessments to develop risk-based audit plans.
• Perform audits and advisory projects in accordance with Institute of Internal Audit standards.
• Exhibit exceptional business partnership and provide clear and concise communications to management.
• Demonstrate the ability to translate audit observations into meaningful business actions.
• Recommend leading practices and ideas to improve operating effectiveness/efficiency.
• Regularly lead audit projects and ensure success of the project and team.

Skills

Presentation skills

Stakeholder influence

Audit experience

Process leadership

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems or Economics

Tools

Tableau

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.

OVERVIEW

Internal Audit is on a journey to maximize the value we bring to the organization by aligning an agile, externally-focused team with accelerated leveraging of innovative technology to drive more effective & efficient oversight of controls and to bring relevant, data-driven insights to our stakeholders.

As a Global Internal Auditor, you will leverage your expertise to provide broad risk assurance services across the company's global operations to enhance risk management and preserve enterprise value. In this Senior Financial Analyst role, you will be responsible for understanding processes and risks of an audit location and then testing the effectiveness of the controls in place to mitigate the risks.

Internal Audit will prepare you for a successful career in General Mills Finance by providing you an excellent opportunity for leadership development and broad exposure to many interconnected aspects of General Mills' global business operations, including Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Corporate Finance, and International. You will develop capabilities around risk management, situational agility, partnership for impact, & data-driven decision-making.

This position may require up to 20% travel (domestic and international), depending on needs and company guidelines.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Research, benchmark, and conduct risk assessments to develop risk-based audit plans
• Perform audits and advisory projects in accordance with Institute of Internal Audit standards
• Exhibit exceptional business partnership and provide clear and concise communications to management
• Demonstrate the ability to translate audit observations into meaningful business actions
• Recommend leading practices and ideas to improve operating effectiveness/efficiency
• Regularly lead audit projects and ensure success of the project and team

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• B.A. or B.S. in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems or Economics, or related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant working experience
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Strong process/project leadership (Process Excellence)
• Ability to work with and influence different stakeholders (Partnership for Impact)
• Ability to travel 20-30% (domestic and international), depending on needs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA, CIA, or CISA certification(s)
• Tableau, Data Analytics skills
• Risk Management experience
• Audit experience

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.
• Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is:

$82,400 - $123,800 Annual

At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATION REQUEST

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