Operations, Strategy & Process Lead - Internal Audit

Job Description:

This role reports into the VP of Global Internal Audit and is an active member of the Global Internal Audit Leadership Team (IALT). The role is designed to be a change agent for the function by driving strategic initiatives as well as overseeing Audit Committee reporting and global insights.

This role is responsible for Internal Audit operations, including monitoring KPIs, Quality Assurance, department training and process improvements. This role will support the VP and IALT as well work with the regional / functional internal audit teams. Other aspects of this role will include oversight of the planning and reporting-related activities of the Global Internal Audit plan and spearheading the Risk Assessment process utilizing our Operations Excellence team. In this role, the Director will also have an opportunity to lead audit engagements.

To be successful in this role, the job holder needs to act as a thought leader and champion of the Internal Audit vision and strategy with experience in implementing best in class audit practices. The job holder will be an agent of change and play a vital role in implementing the strategy.

This role will have 2 direct reports. Internal Audit functions as a talent contributor to Mars Inc. and as such the job holder is expected to recruit, engage and develop his/her associates with that end in mind to facilitate their rotation into a business role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports the VP in developing IA strategy and vision in coordination with the IALT (Internal Audit Leadership Team).

• Brings forward best practices/emerging trends to the IALT.

• Coordinates and supports the implementation of global IA initiatives as part of our OGSM (MY Strategy).

• Supports the IALT by facilitating its annual agenda and meetings.

• Oversees the overall Risk Assessment process in conjunction with the regional Directors.

• Manages the audit planning process at the global level and provides guidance, input and support to the regional teams.

• Oversees and maintains Internal Audit’s methodology in line with current IIA standards.

• Responsible for reporting requirements to management, the Audit Committee, and the Board, including identifying themes and trends for global insights.

• Develops and oversees IA’s Quality Assurance and Improvement Program. ·

• Oversees the development and maintenance of IA systems, including access and content. ·

• Manages the Theft and FraudR25 process.

• Responsible for developing and implementing a training program for IA associates in coordination with the IALT.

• Oversees the budget to actual analysis for the function. · Overall management of the guest auditor program.

Experience Required:

• A seasoned professional with minimum 15 years’ experience, 10 years of internal audit/consulting experience, and a proven track record of accomplishments.

• Experience managing global projects and strong project management skills with a proven track record of achieving project objectives.

• Superior skills in analyzing data, making sound judgments, and summarizing complex assessments into simple business terms.

• Strong Strategic Agility - Demonstrates growth mindset and innovative thinking.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and sound business judgement.

• Extensive skills in planning and organizing, and in maintaining composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines.

• Expert in MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Power BI.

• High personal standards and professional ethics with a commitment to excellence.

• A thorough understanding of business process and financial analysis.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.