Job Description

Strategic Focus - Implement an organization-wide strategy, aligned with Ingredion Corporate, for conducting internal audits throughout the Head Office and plant/site locations within the country to minimize risk; improve the performance and productivity of the organization’s financial, operational, and managerial processes and systems; and ensure that the organization complies with all relevant regulations, laws, and standards.

Audit Execution – Perform advanced specialized and/or managerial auditing work across multiple disciplines. Responsible for leading and managing complex audits; performing critical project management duties in the planning, scheduling, coordinating, quality review and reporting of the work products of Rafhan Maize audit team; and provide expertise in auditing standards and performance criteria, audit requirements, and information technology skills.

Enterprise Risk Management – To coordinate for an effective Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework, including coordinating with management in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact the organization's financial integrity, operational efficiency, and compliance with relevant regulations. To maintain necessary documentation, Risk Register and Presentation updates. To collaborate with cross-functional teams to align the ERM program with strategic objectives, monitor risk mitigation efforts, and communicate findings and recommendations to Head of Internal Audit and senior leadership.

Control Environment - Ensure system of sound internal controls is established, effectively implemented, managed, and maintained at all levels in the Company.

Report Writing – Prepare concisely written audit reports in English for all levels of management, detailing audit findings, conclusions, and agreed-upon corrective actions.

Work Papers – Prepare audit work papers in order to document and support audit findings and conclusions. Perform quality assurance reviews of audit team/staff documentation.

Liaison – Represent Internal Audit on organizational project teams, at management meetings.

Audit Methodology - Ensure that the department’s roles and responsibilities in the Ingredion/Rafhan Maize Internal Audit Department Charter are fulfilled and that the audit methodology and individual audits are conducted in accordance with the professional standards and the Internal Audit Manual. Manage and improve the audit programs, procedures, and audits conducted, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting processes and procedures.

Annual Risk Assessment and Audit Plan – To facilitate annual internal audit planning process, including risk assessment interviews with key stakeholders across the organization regarding evaluation of financial, operational, compliance, and strategic risks. To work closely with Head of Internal Audit on development of Annual Audit Plan and related activities.

Master Audit Programs – To develop and refine Master APGs including process flow charts and share learnings with the team members.

Business Partner Role – Play a business partner role that extends beyond traditional audit responsibilities while actively collaborating with various business units and departments, bridging the gap between audit function and the broader organization. Provide valuable insights and recommendations related to cost saving, automation, and perform compliance and special audits/assignments etc.

Audit Efficiency & Quality – leverage technology to expand audit coverage and audit team efficiency.

Quality/Continuous Improvement - Continuously improve the comprehensive risk based internal audit methodology and execute operational, IT and Financial internal audit reviews in line with Ingredion Corporate methodology to identify control and operational weaknesses and work with business process owners to create effective management action plans to address gaps.

Organization Management/Staff Development – Manage the Rafhan Maize Internal Audit activities. Plan, organize, direct and monitor Internal Audit activities in coordination with Head of Internal Audit.

Stakeholder Management & Interaction with Senior Management – Conduct meetings with senior management and leadership team on audit related matters, annual risk assessment and ERM process.

Training & Professional Development – Pursue and promote professional development opportunities for the internal audit department members and self, including external and internal training, professional certifications and associations,

Knowledge, Skills & Requirements

• Qualification: CA Finalist, CA, CMA, ACCA, CIA, CISA or CPA with 4 to 6 years of experience.
• Accounting Knowledge Strong knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) accounting is required.
• Industry Knowledge Manufacturing Industry knowledge related to programs, policies, procedures, regulations and laws, and/or experience in a publicly traded manufacturing company, a plus.
• Auditing Standards Considerable knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). Skill in conducting quality control reviews of audit work products.
• Data Analysis: Experience/skill in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions. Experience with data analysis techniques and/or software including Audit Command Language (ACL) or IDEA are a plus.
• Conflict/Issue Management Demonstrated ability to negotiate issues and resolve problems. Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and across international borders.
• PC Skills Proficiency using Microsoft Office application suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio diagramming/flowcharting, and other business software to prepare reports, memos, summaries and analysis.
• Languages Proficiency in English (both oral & written) for effective verbal and written communications, including active listening skills and skill in presenting findings and recommendations. Prior international business experience, a plus.
• Travel Able and willing to travel up to 30% annually, which includes operations in country.

Required behaviors

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with all levels of management locally & globally.
• High energy, self-starter.
• Strong detail orientation with ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to work effectively across the organization; developing, building, and maintaining positive productive relationships with all stakeholders and being accepted as a business partner.
• Promote high levels of ethical awareness and conduct within the company investigations of potential ethical matters or conflicts of interest.
• Conflict resolution & effectively managing and dealing with confrontation.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available:

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