Manager, Internal Audit - Americas

About this role: 
As an Internal Audit Manager, you will be tasked with performing risk-based audits and providing independent assurance services across the whole of Tate & Lyle and acting as a key business partner to advise on risk and control matters.

This role can be located in Hoffman Estates, IL or Atlanta, GA.

Travel is estimated to be between 30-35% around the US and LATAM mostly.

Accountabilities:

• To plan and execute audit engagements, alone or assisted by other members of the team. This includes understanding the risks of the operation, determining the scope of the audit, carrying out the audit fieldwork and agreeing final actions with management and writing the report. Ensure all findings are reported clearly and concisely.
• Producing and sharing results of audit findings with local management, and highlighting areas of improvement for implementation.
• Ensure audits are completed to a high standard, in line with the T&L Audit Methodology. Where possible, ensure data analytics are used to support the audit fieldwork and testing. 
• Business partner with key stakeholders. Ensure that all business risks and issues are understood and that the audit plan is adapted to accommodate any new or emerging priorities. 
• Prepare the Internal Audit Quarterly update for the Americas Region and attend Quarterly Control Effectiveness Council meetings to ensure all key stakeholders are aware of the status of the audit plan, upcoming audits and any audit issues requiring management attention. 
• Collaborate with the Ethics & Compliance function and provide assistance in any whistleblowing or ad hoc investigations that require assistance from the internal audit team.
• To manage, coach and support any new starters to the Tate & Lyle audit team ensuring that they understand GAA Audit Standards and requirements, Tate & Lyle risks and key Tate & Lyle operations.
• To work with management towards the identification and implementation of best practice across the Group.
• To take ownership of the development and continuous improvement of Audit processes.  

Skills and Experience Required:

• Experience of operating at a senior level in a matrix organization operating without Sarbanes Oxley;
• The ability to quickly understand how processes work, how they deliver objectives and support business strategy;
• Initiative and self-confidence as applicants will be required to influence the change process across a variety of business functions, including subject matter specialists, senior management, and levels up to ExCo;
• Experience of data analytics and supporting large scale analysis;
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills as well as strong interpersonal and communications skills;
• An independent and objective outlook;
• In depth knowledge and understanding of current Institute of Internal Audit professional standards;
• Commercial understanding and customer awareness;
• Forensic experience is an advantage;
• The ability to lead a team and understand their development needs for both current and future roles;
• Able to identify the root cause of issues and their impact on the organization; problem solving, priority setting, presentation and communication skills, which are vital to achieving a credible and compelling audit; and
• A degree holder and recognized accounting qualification (CPA, ACA, CA, CIMA) or Institute of internal Auditors certification.

Tate & Lyle complies with all local/state regulations requiring salary range transparency.

When determining final compensation, we take into consideration: skillset, job scope, knowledge, prior experience, cost of living, market data, budget availability, and other factors as permitted by law.

The pay range for this position is: $86,000 - $127,000.

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverages
• Paid time off package, including vacation, sick time, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• 401K with company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Additional benefits at not cost to employee such as:  Lifestyle Spending Account, Identity Theft protection, Employee Assistance Program, telemedicine and more!

In addition to your Total Rewards, culture and ED&I are very important to Tate & Lyle.  We offer multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that support various communities.

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