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Mars UK • USA-Illinois-Chicago | United States of America

Global Internal Audit Senior Manager- Strategy & Professional Practices

Employment type:  Full time
Salary:  $192,560 – $264,770 per annum
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Job Description

Job Description:

This role reports into the Internal Audit Director – Strategy & Professional Practices. The role is designed to support the Director by facilitating in the roll out of strategic initiatives as well as support the development of Audit Committee reporting and global insights. This role will also support the execution of the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program, as well as department training and process improvements. This role will work with the regional/functional internal audit teams. Other aspects of this role will include supporting the Director in the planning and reporting-related activities of the Global Internal Audit plan and Risk Assessment process.

What are we looking for?

  • Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance.

  • CPA or CIA preferred

  • Minimum 10 years of experience with 8+ years of audit/finance/consulting experience, and a proven track record of accomplishments.

  • To be successful, the candidate must be able to build strong relationships with S&F associates through trust and credibility.

  • Strong skills in analyzing data and summarizing complex assessments into simple business terms.

  • Strong competence in Innovation and Dealing with Ambiguity coupled with potential to develop Strategic Agility.

  • Sharp consultative skills in order to influence and strong project management skills in order to meet rigorous deadlines.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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

  • Expert in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, experience with Power BI preferred

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

  • Internal audit, public accounting or consulting experience

  • Strong educational background, undergraduate degree in

  • Finance/Accounting. CPA, CIA, CISA or an equivalent certification preferred.

What will be your key responsibilities?

  • Supports the Director- Strategy & Professional Practices in leading, coordinating and facilitating the implementation of strategic initiatives.

  • Supports the Director- Strategy & Professional Practices in coordinating the IALT’s annual agenda and meetings.

  • Supports the Director- Strategy & Professional Practices in leading in the overall Risk Assessment process.

  • Maintains a leadership role on the Operational Excellence team.

  • Supports the audit team in the coordination of the annual audit planning process as well as plan updates.

  • Supports the audit team in driving the use of Internal Audit’s methodology in line with current IIA standards.

  • Assists the Director- Strategy & Professional Practices with reporting to management, the Audit Committee, and the Board.

  • Drives the implementation and administration of IA’s Quality Assurance and Improvement Program.

  • Supports the audit team in the development and maintenance of IA systems, including access and content.

  • Assists in managing the Theft and FraudR25 process.

What can you expect from Mars?

  • Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.

  • Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

  • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

  • An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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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.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 192,560.00 - USD 264,770.00

Company benefits

Open to part-time employees
Open to job sharing
Open to compressed hours
Sabbaticals
Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
Enhanced paternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
24 days annual leave + bank holidays
“Pawternity” leave
Pregnancy loss leave
Bank holiday swaps
Shared parental leave
Adoption leave
Family health insurance
Pregnancy support
Neo-natal leave
Faith rooms
Meditation space
Dog friendly office
Dog friendly co-working space
Annual bonus
Employee discounts
Cinema discounts
Referral bonus
Joining bonus
Cycle to work scheme
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Theme park discounts
Lunch and learns
In house training
Learning license
Studying sabbaticals
Open to part time work for some roles

Working at Mars UK

Company employees:

4,000 In the UK

Gender diversity (m:f):

57:43

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