Group Internal Auditor

Role Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Group Internal Auditor based in Bangalore, India. This role offers the chance to work in a global environment with ample developmental opportunities for those eager to showcase their skills in a fast-paced soft commodities sector. The Group Internal Audit (GIA) team provides independent and objective assurance and consulting services to support the Board Audit Committee by reviewing ED&F Man Group’s control environment.

The Group Internal Auditor will play a key role in conducting company-wide internal audits of global commodity operations as per the annual audit plan, holding entry and exit meetings with management, and providing comprehensive audit reports. Additionally, the auditor will assist in evaluating the company’s minimum control standards, control framework over financial reporting, compliance, and business operations.

This role reports to the Group Head of Internal Audit.

Business Overview

Established in 1783, ED&F Man is an employee-owned agricultural commodities merchant with 2,800 people in 43 countries and annual revenue in excess of $8bn. We trade sugar, coffee, molasses, animal feed and fish oils. Corporate responsibility is ingrained in our culture. We are passionate about sustainable production, take care to limit the environmental impact of our operations and actively support the communities in which we work.

Key Accountabilities

• Independently plan and execute internal audits following GIA methodology.
• Report audit results and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Identify internal control deficiencies and recommend constructive improvements for efficient and effective operations.
• Support GIA Road map, risk-based audit planning process.
• Conduct quality assessment reviews and assist the Group Head of Internal Audit in the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) in line with IIA standards.
• Strive for quality and excellence, encouraging others to do the same.

Skills and Experience

• CA (or equivalent) and/or CIA, CISA with 6-8 years of audit experience, preferably as an internal auditor in an international company (banks, commodity trading, Big 4 consulting, global FMCG, or other multinational) or relevant industry experience (finance, compliance, commercial).
• Proficient in reviewing control frameworks over financial reporting, CSA (Control Self-Assessment), and Minimum Controls Standards for business and group business processes.
• Prior Internal Audit exposure is essential along with a preference for Big 4 internal auditing.
• IT skills for data analysis and technology auditing.
• Experienced in risk management, internal controls, and analyzing business process designs and related controls.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

The role involves periodic onsite audits, requiring approximately 40% international travel annually based on business needs.

We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet ever requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Our Offer

We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading.

Our Values

Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship

Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.