Internal Audit Assistant Manager

About the Role:

We have a current opening for an Internal Audit Assistant Manager and are actively reviewing applications.

For our Americas Business Operations, we are looking for an Internal Audit Assistant Manager who will lead complex business processes, compliance, and strategic reviews. You will participate in a variety of projects across all functions and geographies in Americas with a primary focus on Central and South American markets. You will be part of our dynamic and diverse Group Internal Audit (GIA) team, based in Chicago, and report to the Internal Audit Manager.

Furthermore, you will lead and independently manage audit engagements, ensuring compliance with Ferrero GIA methodology and IIA Standards, while supporting management in strengthening governance, risk management, and internal controls.

Group Internal Audit at Ferrero offers talented professionals the opportunity to join a fast growing, diverse, global team that serves as a talent pool for future leaders. In this role, you will not only develop a wide range of technical and leadership skills but also benefit from a high level of visibility with senior stakeholders, opening doors to accelerated career growth.


Our mission is to preserve, enhance and expand Ferrero's reputation and the core values required to support responsible and sustainable growth by providing risk based, value add and objective assurance, advice and insight. Our teams actively interact with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels of the organization, from factory personnel to senior executives offering diverse and impactful role.

Main Responsibilities:
• Lead and execute end to end risk-based audit reviews and advisory projects, acting as the primary interface with stakeholders, assessing the governance, risk management, and internal control system. Reviews will comprise factories, business units, and third parties. Ensure audits are delivered on time in line with the scope, and to expected quality standards.
• Conduct the risk assessment for each engagement, determining the scope of the review supported by the Internal Audit Manager.
• Manage and review audit fieldwork, analysis, testing, and documentation to ensure consistency with Ferrero GIA methodology and IIA Standards. Ensure audit evidence is sufficient, reliable, and properly documented.
• Prepare and review clear, concise, and impactful Internal Audit Reports and other deliverables, describing the audit findings, the root-causes and business-focused practical recommendations, supporting the Company to improve internal controls, procedures, systems and ways of working.
• Present and discuss audit findings to stakeholders maintaining independence and objectivity, liaising with a diverse audience across the organization, including subject matter experts and senior management.
• Monitor the work performed by team members and report to the Internal Audit Manager, ensuring high standards and effective teamwork.
• Actively participate in the definition and deployment of the development plan of junior team members.
• Contribute to the definition and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit Team.

About You:
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking, with strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, agility, proactivity and adaptability to an ever-changing and cross-cultural environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal capabilities, with strong negotiation skills to influence key stakeholders and navigate complex discussions effectively. Knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese language is considered a plus.
• Excellent project management skills to coordinate end to end engagements.
• Advanced knowledge of auditing standard and methodology
• Strong understanding of CPG business processes, risks, and controls, with exposure to Central and South America
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team with autonomy, collaborating with diverse teams and cultures.
• Ability to coordinate, supervise and mentor junior team members, supporting the Internal Audit Manager in identifying customized development initiatives.
• Proven knowledge of Microsoft tools (Copilot, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SAP.
• 7+ years of internal audit or risk advisory experience, preferably within Big 4 or multinational CPG/manufacturing companies
• University degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or equivalent. Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Internal Auditor / Certified Information System Auditor/ Certified Fraud Examiner) are considered a plus
• Willingness to travel internationally approximately 40-50% of the time.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.

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The base salary range for this position is $130,655.00-174,207.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.

About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world's largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.

Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.