Senior Internal Auditor

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

The Sr. Internal Auditor is responsible for safeguarding the organization by analyzing compliance, risk, and data inaccuracies. This role involves conducting internal audits, evaluating internal controls, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The Sr. Internal Auditor will work closely with various departments to identify areas of improvement and provide recommendations for enhancing operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities

•  A minimum of a bachelors degree in accounting or other related subjects from a reputable or accredited college or University
•  Qualified Accountant CPA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIA, with practice or multinational experience
•  A minimum of 3 years of auditing experience (Internal or external) with experience at the senior role level •  Previous experience in a public company or FMCG environment will be an advantage
•  Strong Microsoft Office skills, SAP experience is desirable but not essential
•  Previous experience performing data analytics (using a tool such as Power-Bi), is desirable but not essential
•  Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, along with good interpersonal skills, acting in a professional manner with the capacity to influence others
•  Ambitious and capable of developing further within the function and ultimately the organisation
•  A proactive, high achiever capable of consistently delivering quality work and meeting deadlines
•  A curious, highly analytical and objective person with strong attention to detail and the ability to challenge the status quo
•  A dynamic individual who adapts well to change and can thrive in a rapidly growing organisation that continues to evolve at pace
•  Willingness to travel circa 30% of the time to perform audit activities. Travel will mainly be within your home region, but may also include one to two cross regional engagements in the year
 
You will enjoy exposure to Management throughout the Group thereby strengthening your network for future internal career opportunities. Internal audit within Kerry can be viewed as a management training ground. Several prior Internal Auditors have moved on to occupy key roles within the business
•  Annually, all Internal Auditors travel to Ireland for a global team conference
•  Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning through regular training programmes and seminars.

Qualifications and skills

A minimum of a bachelors degree in accounting or other related subjects from a reputable or accredited college or University
•  Qualified Accountant CPA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIA, with practice or multinational experience
•  A minimum of 3 years of auditing experience (Internal or external) with experience at the senior role level •  Previous experience in a public company or FMCG environment will be an advantage
•  Strong Microsoft Office skills, SAP experience is desirable but not essential
•  Previous experience performing data analytics (using a tool such as Power-Bi), is desirable but not essential
•  Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, along with good interpersonal skills, acting in a professional manner with the capacity to influence others
•  Ambitious and capable of developing further within the function and ultimately the organisation
•  A proactive, high achiever capable of consistently delivering quality work and meeting deadlines
•  A curious, highly analytical and objective person with strong attention to detail and the ability to challenge the status quo
•  A dynamic individual who adapts well to change and can thrive in a rapidly growing organisation that continues to evolve at pace
•  Willingness to travel circa 30% of the time to perform audit activities. Travel will mainly be within your home region, but may also include one to two cross regional engagements in the year
 
•  Be part of a friendly and collaborative work environment
•  We want our people to be happy, fulfilled, challenged – and working towards their individual career goals
•  Gain unique insights into the organisation by conducting reviews across all business areas •  You will enjoy exposure to Management throughout the Group thereby strengthening your network for future internal career opportunities. Internal audit within Kerry can be viewed as a management training ground. Several prior Internal Auditors have moved on to occupy key roles within the business
•  Annually, all Internal Auditors travel to Ireland for a global team conference
•  Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning through regular training programmes and seminars.

The typical hiring range for this role is $64,479 to $95,074 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc.  In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).