Global Internal Audit Manager

Context

this role, you will help elevate the level of Internal Control across the Europe region, interacting with all facets and levels of the business and networking with functional experts, global process owners and Global Internal Audit team members worldwide.

The internal control framework covers all areas of the business (Sales & Marketing, Manufacturing, Logistics, Purchasing, HR, Pricing, Projects/Solutions, Field Services, Finance & Accounting Operations, and more).

Anticipated travel: up to 40% annually, within Europe and internationally.

Reporting line

Position within Internal Audit Team.

Your role

As a Global Internal Audit Manager, you plan and execute financial, operational and compliance audits and participate in audit missions, including planning and leading standard audits related to front office and industrial sites as needed.

You assess the effectiveness of internal controls, identify improvement opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations - leveraging a data-driven mindset.

Your missions


* Assess the level of internal control within Schneider Electric and the effectiveness of risk monitoring and mitigation.


* Identify areas where performance can be improved; determine root causes and recommend practical remediation actions.


* Plan and execute financial, operational and compliance audits; conduct interviews, testing and data analysis.


* Present recommendations to local management and collaborate to reach consensus on action plans.


* Follow up on the implementation of audit action plans and track progress.


* Support standard audit planning and execution for front office and industrial sites when required.


* Provide data support during audits: run data extraction scripts, consolidate results, propose impactful visualizations, and perform additional testing to validate assumptions and analytical reliability.

Your profile


* Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


* Professional certification is highly desirable: CIA, CPA, or CISA.


* 8+ years of relevant audit experience (Big4, consulting or accounting firm).


* Strong knowledge of auditing principles, practices and standards; excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.


* Ability to work independently and as part of a team; ethical conduct and a commitment to confidentiality.


* Proficiency with audit software and data analytics tools; experience with ACL, SQL, Oracle Database, Python/R, Power BI, audit management tools (TeamMate, AuditBoard) is a plus.


* Languages: English required; additional languages are a plus (French, Spanish, Portuguese).

Your skills


* Strong analytical and writing skills.


* Well-developed public speaking ability.


* Fast learner, objective, straightforward, eager and motivated.


* Organized, results-oriented, proactive.


* Teamwork and cooperation; ability to adapt to changing priorities.


* Strong communication, leaders...