Internal Audit Project Manager

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Position Overview

TheInternal Audit Project Manageris responsible forleading the planning execution and delivery of internal audit projects across the organization. The Project Manager ensures audit engagements are performed according to the International Professional Practices Global Internal Audit Standards published by the Institute of Internal Auditors. The Project Manager plays a key role inidentifyingand assessing business risks ensuring audit quality and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and integrity.

The Internal Audit Project Manager will report to the Deputy Head of Internal Audit

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit Planning & Leadership

• Together with the Deputy Head of Internal Audit lead theaudit planning (including timeline and deadline definition) scope and resource allocationfor audit engagements ensuring alignment withobjectives.

• Supervise audit teams providing direction technicalguidanceand coaching throughout the engagement.

• Identifykey business risks and ensureappropriate auditscoping for the audits under its direct management

2. Audit Execution & Quality Management

• Oversee and ensure theexecution of auditsin accordance withIIA Global Internal Audit Standards and may do so under the leadership of the Deputy Head of Internal Audit or the Head of Internal Audit &Risk Management.

• Review workpapers test results and reports to guarantee consistency accuracy and professional standards.

• Applydata analytics and digital audit toolsto enhance audit efficiency and insight generation and risk detection whenever possible.

• Monitor Internal Audit progress resolve bottlenecks and ensure deadlines are met.

• For certain audits may alsolead theengagement from planning to execution and reporting under the leadership of the Deputy Head of Internal Audit

3. Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Prepare review and presentcomprehensive audit reportsthat clearlycommunicate findings risks withappropriate managementaction plans.

• Serve as atrusted business partner and advisorto management fostering strong relationships across departments and geographies.

• Communicate key audit findings trends and insights to senior management

• Perform or oversee the Management Action Plan implementation follow-up ensure timeline closure of internal audit actions

4. Continuous Improvement & Team Development

• Contribute to theevolution ofauditmethodologies templates and digital tools.

• Mentor coach and develop internal audit staff promoting a culture of learning and excellence

• Stay current with regulatory developments risk trends and the Global Internal Audit Standards

You will bring:

• At least 8 years of proven experience in internal or external auditing preferably within an industrial company
• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field. Masters degree preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks risk management and governance principles.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess complex situations and provide strategic recommendations.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) are an asset.
• Fluency in English

You will get:

• The Portuguese annual base salary reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is 48400 to 60000. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills experience qualification and internal equity and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range.
• Benefits package
• 16 or more weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

Additional information:

• Location: Portugal Lisbon
• Hybrid working model
• Travelling up to 20%

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live work travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911 we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers with a diverse global team of more than 13000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer cleaner and more sustainable products found in homes food and consumer goods planes cars batteries smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us regardless of background age gender national origin ethnicity religion sexual orientation ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description we still encourage you to apply.

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