We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Internal Controls Specialist to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The primary focus of this position is to support the delivery of the Internal Controls strategy across the European Business Units, reporting directly to the Internal Controls Manager – Europe.
We are looking for an individual who will be responsible for performing financial risk assessments for applicable business units in Europe, leading control walkthroughs, preparing and reviewing controls documentation in accordance with the applicable standards, and driving technology-enabled enhancements to our Internal Control environment.
Key Ingredients: Assist in the risk assessment across applicable European business units, working closely with the Internal Controls Manager and Internal Controls Assistant Manager, Europe; Coordinate and support the relationship with our offshore Internal Controls team based in Ahmedabad (India), including review of controls testing work-papers and other key deliverables prepared by the Ahmedabad team; Coordinate with the GBS (Global Business Services) Compliance managers to effectively execute the GBS controls testing programme and other key activities; Implement and/or review the timely completion of control and process walkthroughs, tests of design and tests of operating effectiveness of controls in significant business units; Plan and complete the Control Self-Assessment programme to provide insights and improvements in the control environment of lower-risk business units; Drive the adoption of Continuous Controls Monitoring using SAP GRC capabilities; For processes with control weaknesses, perform root-cause analysis and initiate the controls enhancement/process improvement projects working closely with local and zone management to remediate deficiencies on a timely basis; Build strong relationships and partner with the business stakeholders to implement the new process controls and/or control improvements; Perform value-added projects driven by business need; Develop, maintain and coordinate the roll-out of local financial policies and procedures to the business including developing guidance and training; Deliver financial controls training to upskill management and the boarder business function; Provide support for strategic initiatives, system implementations, finance transformation, ad-hoc investigations and other cross-functional projects; Identify opportunities to leverage the use of technologies to drive a more efficient control environment. Recipe for Success: Apply if it sounds like you Degree qualified (Accounting, Finance, or other relevant degree preferred) Qualified accountant (CPA, CIA, CA or equivalent) preferred At least 2 years of relevant experience Experience Big 4 experience preferred Experience with SOX, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting, risk assessment, process analysis, and documentation / mapping of risks and process controls Excellent English language skills Experience with SAP products would be a plus Relevant FMCG experience would be a plus What we offer you An ambitious employer; we only want to the best for you; A fast career track like only few other companies can match; A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market); Always room for new ideas; if you have a great idea, please let know, and we can set it in action!Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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