Internal Controls Manager (M&A and ESG)

About the role

Join Mondelēz International as an Internal Controls Manager focusing on M&A and ESG initiatives. You will assess and manage internal processes and controls within the IT space, ensuring compliance with policies, best practices, and regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct and manage assessments of internal processes and controls in the IT environment.
• Provide executive reports on findings, root causes, and recommendations for improvement.
• Lead the Center of Excellence (CoE) team and participate in strategic projects.
• Coordinate assessments with management, monitor corrective action plans, and ensure audit work meets external and internal standards.
• Drive a strong controls and compliance environment, ensuring risk‑based audit procedures are in place.
• Support harmonization, efficiency initiatives, and continuous improvement within the Internal Audit and Controls team.
• Lead automation and digitalization efforts across the enterprise.
• Build and coach a high‑performing Internal Audit and Controls team.
• Provide parallel support for the S/4HANA implementation.

Required profile

• Strong desire to drive future initiatives and accelerate career growth.
• Extensive experience in internal controls, audit practices, and risk/control frameworks.
• Knowledge of enterprise risk management, financial policies, U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and SOX requirements.
• Business acumen across finance, sourcing, supply chain, marketing, information systems, sales, and customer service.
• Relevant audit experience in a Big Four firm or a large global corporation.
• Understanding of enterprise resource planning applications, particularly S/4HANA.
• Leadership and communication skills in a large, global, public‑company environment.
• Growth and digital mindset with the ability to leverage technology for operational efficiency.
• Integrity and sound judgment aligned with company values and external regulations.

Required skills

• SOX compliance
• U.S. GAAP
• IFRS
• Risk/control frameworks
• Enterprise risk management
• S/4HANA ERP