Sr Manager, Global Risk and Audit Management

McCormick & Company, Incorporated; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Flexibility for life stages

Zusammenfassung

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is seeking a Senior Manager for Global Risk and Audit Management at the Hunt Valley, MD headquarters. The role leads risk-based audits across multiple domains, mentors staff, and ensures alignment with IPPF and QAIP standards.

Reporting to the Director, Internal Audit, Americas Region & Function Operations, you will drive risk assessments, leverage data analytics, and manage cross-functional teams in a global setting.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• CPA, CIA, or CISA certification is required.
• Experience with IIA Standards, IPPF, QAIP, and internal audit processes is required.

Aufgaben

• Lead end-to-end risk and audit engagements including scoping, fieldwork, findings development, and reporting.
• Draft clear audit reports with risk-rated findings and actionable recommendations.
• Coordinate audit teams and co-sourced resources during engagements.
• Track management action plans and escalate delays or remediation concerns.

Kenntnisse

Risk management

Internal audit

Leadership

Data analytics

SOX knowledge

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

CPA, CIA, or CISA certification

CRMA/CERM or similar (preferred)

Tools

Optro

Archer

Workiva

SAP GRC

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Sr Manager, Global Risk and Audit Management

HUNT VALLEY, MD, US, 21031

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Senior Manager, Global Risk and Audit Management immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices

We have embarked on an exciting journey to transform and integrate our Enterprise Risk and Internal Audit capabilities and align with McCormick’s strategic priorities. Reporting to the Director, Internal Audit — Americas Region & Function Operations, this individual is responsible for planning and executing high-quality risk management & audit activities, while providing specialist support and subject matter input on Business Resilience assessments — spanning business continuity, disaster recovery, crisis management, and operational resilience.

This role partners with regional business leaders, supply chain, operations, IT, and cross-functional risk owners to deliver audits that are insight-driven and value-adding.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and execute end-to-end risk and audit engagements including scoping, fieldwork, findings development, and reporting.
• Conduct risk-based audit planning for assigned engagements, identifying key risks, relevant controls, and audit procedures aligned with the function’s methodology and IIA Standards.
• Draft clear, well-evidenced audit reports with practical, risk-rated findings and actionable recommendations; present results to process owners and senior business leadership.
• Coordinate the work of assigned audit team members and co-sourced resources during engagements, providing guidance and feedback as appropriate.
• Track management action plan implementation for completed audits, following up on open items and escalating delays or remediation concerns to the Director.
• Support the Director in the annual risk assessment and audit universe refresh by providing ground-level intelligence on emerging risks and business changes in the region.
• Conduct audits across a broad range of subject areas including financial controls, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, supply chain, procurement, and IT general controls.
• Leverage technology through data analytics and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency of audit execution and insight generation.

Team Development and Function Operations/Administration (20-30%)

• Mentor and develop audit staff and seniors (in-house and co-source service provider), providing constructive feedback, facilitating on-the-job learning, and supporting their professional growth and certification goals.
• Work closely with the GRAM – LT to support the maintenance and continuous improvement of GRAM’s Methodology, ensuring alignment with the IIA's International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and other applicable standards.
• Support the execution of function's Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP), including internal quality assessments, preparation for external quality assessments, and remediation of improvement opportunities.
• Assist with maintaining department’s policies, procedures, and the Charter, ensuring they remain current, compliant, fit for purpose and that updates are routed for approvals.
• Provide analytical and administrative support for the annual operating plan, budget, resource planning, and staffing activities.
• Support the preparation of materials for the Audit Committee and senior leadership, including the quarterly Internal Audit activity report and the annual QAIP results.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Certifications:

• Required: CPA, CIA, or CISA certification
• Preferred: Additional risk certifications CRMA, CERM or similar

Experience:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in internal audit and/or risk management, with at least 2 years leading audit engagements.
• Hands-on knowledge of the IIA Standards and the IPPF; demonstrated experience in designing and managing a QAIP.
• Demonstrated experience auditing or assessing Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, or Crisis Management programs, or direct experience managing / implementing such programs within industry.
• Experience conducting audits in at least two of the following areas: supply chain, manufacturing operations, procurement, IT general controls, financial reporting, or regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to connect operational observations to strategic risk implications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to write clear, concise audit reports for both technical and executive audiences.
• Proficiency with audit management and GRC technology platforms (e.g., Optro, Archer, Workiva, SAP GRC, or equivalent).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS or ABILITIES:

• Thorough understanding of internal auditing standards, COSO, SOX, US GAAP and risk assessment practices.
• Excellent collaboration and communications skills with experience influencing, communicating, building relationships, and driving change with all levels through cross-functional groups and in a global environment.
• Proven ability to successfully manage and deliver concurrent engagements or overlapping project initiatives.
• Individuals with enthusiasm and infectious energy to advance new ideas and methods for proactive, forward-looking risk framework that produces results.
• Excellent presentation and training skills including the ability to engage audiences with credibility and deliver effective presentations with solutions and actionable items.
• Experience supporting Enterprise Risk Management programs, particularly experience in aggregating stakeholder feedback into meaningful risk insights and mitigation strategies for reporting and monitoring.
• Experience with process improvement and ability to influence and optimize processes to drive, business synergies and productivity Excellent organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a high degree of discretion and confidentiality, as needed.

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As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?

As a McCormick employee you’ll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself—to have a say in where the company is going and how it’s growing.

Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.