Viterra B.V is looking for a Senior Internal Auditor to join its Internal Audit Department in Rotterdam.
The Senior Internal Auditor role is an experienced position intended to use audit principles, skills, and techniques to evaluate the adequacy of internal controls in accordance with professional standards and internal methodology. The position will support the audit Managers/Senior Managers on the execution and delivery of the annual audit plan, with the expectation of leading engagements of moderate to high complexity with minimal supervision. As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will work with other team members to execute the audit effectively. The Senior Internal Auditor is expected to have critical mind set and to identify added value process improvements. The Auditor should be self-sufficient, work with a sense of urgency, support multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
While primarily based in one location, team members will participate in audit assignments across our global network. Travel to both domestic and international locations averages up to 20% a year.
We have currently set our scope to include candidates who already live and work in the Netherlands (this with regard to our company policy to work at the office HQ Rotterdam 3 days a week)
Your role in our network- Participate and lead medium to high complexity audits from planning to reporting, under supervision of the Manager/Senior Manager in accordance with professional standards/methodology.
- Collaborate with teams and foster cooperation among members.
- Participate and lead initiatives for continuous improvement of the audit process effectiveness.
- Work effectively with auditees and stakeholders at all levels to identify opportunities to add value.
- Coordinate and effectively communicate with various departments throughout the company and at all levels of the organization regarding audit findings.
- Prepare/review audit workpapers to maintain the expected quality standards on a timely manner in alignment with audit methodology.
- Demonstrate ability to draw conclusions based on audit testing data and draft evidence-based audit findings.
- Identify improvements to internal processes to mitigate risks, increase efficiency and effectiveness, while sharing best practices across the organization.
- Actively demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain relationships with team members, management, and other personnel within the organization.
- Mentor less experienced staff on business acumen and problem solving, utilizing a risk-based approach. Demonstrate and share knowledge/lessons learned in key business/auditing processes.
- A challenging position in our Internal Audit department within a world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network.
- A competitive salary.
- An additional full month’s salary each year as an annual holiday allowance.
- Exciting opportunities to progress your career within our international network.
- A professional and stimulating environment in which enthusiastic and driven colleagues work together in a practical and informal way.
- An annual bonus scheme, based on company results and your performance.
- A flexible and attractive pension scheme, fully funded by Viterra.
- 27 days of annual leave, including Good Friday and one flexible day during the Christmas and New Year period.
- Access to a range of free and exclusive classes to improve your physical and mental wellbeing as part of Viterra’s Vitality program.
- Tailored learning & development opportunities.
- Yearly organization wide cultural and sport activities, such as: The Harbour Run, football tournaments, and teambuilding activities.
- A modern, open, and inspiring office in the center of Rotterdam, next to the Markthal and Blaak station.
- Complimentary daily lunch service from our Viterra restaurant.
- Options for flexible working, in accordance with our working from home policy.
- Business laptop and mobile phone.
- Reimbursement of travel to work (via public transport).
- You have a university degree in Business, Economics, Finance or other related areas. You have a professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, ACCA or RA.
- You have relevant business experience (mix of Finance/Accounting and functional/operations strongly preferred)
- You have at least 5 years’ experience in internal audit (industry/Big 4).
- You have experience in auditing complex processes, preferably in manufacturing or financial services, with a focus on areas such as supply chain, trading, processing, finance, risk or compliance.
- You have proven ability to independently evaluate controls over business and financial processes and ability to drive continuous improvement.
- You have experience with using data analytics and related tools.
- You are hands-on and have a structured working style, with eye for detail without losing perspective.
- You have strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, with a high level of perseverance and willingness to challenge the status quo.
- You have the flexibility to multitask at a fast pace and in a highly diverse and dynamic environment.
- You have a critical mind set, willing to continuously learn new topics and acquire knowledge of the company's business over time.
- You are capable of influencing management and driving the audit department towards increased innovation.
- You are an excellent active listener and have good written and verbal communication skills while being able to clearly articulate audit observations in a direct and transparent manner.
- You are proficient in English; additional languages highly desirable.
- You are willing and able to travel for business purposes.
Additional experience that will make you stand out:
- Working experience as internal and/or external auditor in the commodities industry.
- Working experience with listed companies/SOx
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