Internal Audit ManagerCOFCO International (CIL) is seeking an Internal Audit Manager based in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
This role will primarily focus on internal audit of the Brazil region and will also support audits in other global regions when necessary.
The Internal Audit Manager will assist the Head of Internal Audit, Brazil and wider Internal Audit teams in providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services, designed to add value and to improve the operations and Internal Controls of the company; in accordance with the CIL Internal Audit Charter, CIL Internal Audit Methodology, and the Institute of Internal Auditor's standards.As the level of complexity of the Internal Audits has increased significantly in the past years, it became necessary to have another IA Manager with complementary skills in Agriculture knowledge and Financial background to handle the IA projects so the local team can meet the Audit plan.Responsibilities:This individual will demonstrate a high level of professionalism and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
The job will focus on the following audit areas:The agriculture business related financial treatment and risk management.Capex construction projects related financial treatment and internal controls.M&A projects related risk management and financial treatment.Other responsibilities include:Effectively plan, coordinate, and conduct periodic audits of operational and financial areas in accordance with the approved Annual Audit Plan; and as per adhoc audit requests from senior management.Interact with senior and mid-level management of CIL Brazil and other regions.Help determine whether the Company's risk management systems, control and governance processes are adequate and functioning properly.Successfully manage and cultivate key relationships to ensure that Internal Audit's scope of work and the objectives of the organization are completed in a cost-effective and timely manner.Exercise excellent judgment and initiative in handling significant business issues related to Internal Audit and the company.Draft work papers, audit procedures, and audit reports, documenting the work performed and written communications of audit and consulting engagement results.Peer review work papers and draft internal audit reports.Coordinate and follow-up on open audit issues with action owners.Lead the direction and accomplishments of overall goals and objectives of audits.Discharges responsibilities in a manner consistent with The Institute of Internal Auditors' Code of Ethics, International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and Statement of Responsibilities.Requirements:Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in accounting, finance, or business administration.Advanced certification, i.e.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) (preferred).Knowledge and understanding of internal control frameworks, e.g.
COSO.Progressive experience in internal audit including financial auditing.Experience in Agricultural Commodity trading business (preferred).External audit (e.g., Big 4) and/or internal audit (e.g., Fortune 500) experience will be an added value.Experience of working across geographies will be preferred.Experience with financial topics such as Biological Assets/Bearer plant, Mark to Market, Balance Sheet Integrity review, IFRS16.Language skills: Fluent in English and Portuguese is a must.
Spanish will add value.Excellent project management and communication (both verbal and written) skills, including the ability to effectively and confidentially interact with CIL's senior management.Strong analytical skills and excellent business acumen.Knowledgeable in the requirements of IFRS.A team player who can work independently.Self-starter, self-motivated, energetic, and able to handle stress situations.Must be able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.Open-minded and objective viewpoint.Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Preferably has previous experience with SAP system.Preferably has data analytics skills e.g.
IDEA, ACL, PowerBI.Should be willing to travel 30% of the time.
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