Internal Controls Manager

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?   

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours. 

How you will contribute 

You will: 

• Ensure timely & quality completion of internal controls initiatives and advisory commitments to strengthen risk management while keeping the team focused on the risks that matter.  

• Position Internal Controls (IC) as a trusted business partner in strategic priorities and critical investments by strengthening risk and controls capabilities, delivering actionable insights, and fostering a strong risk culture to drive sustainable growth and enhance the impact of IC initiatives. 

• Support digital initiatives (e.g., analytics, automation, dashboards, Key Risk Indicators) ensuring completion and business usability. Proactively identify opportunities to expand dashboards and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) considering business and internal risk insights. 

• Provide adequate assurance on the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls for the assigned audit areas. 

• Identify and support the implementation of tangible actions (e.g.: management action plan closures) that drive sustainable risk remediation or support business performance.​ 

• Ensure that all the Internal Controls findings are factually correct and properly documented in corresponding working papers. 

• Embrace a mindset of continuous improvement and identify opportunities to improve ways of working in your area of responsibility 

• Contribute to a high-performing Internal Audit and Controls team by sharing best practices with peers. You will also invest in personal and professional development.

 

What you will bring 

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in: 

• TECHNICAL EXPERTISE in internal controls and audit practices including expertise in risk/control frameworks, financial policies and procedures, U.S. GAAP/IFRS and SOX requirements 

• BUSINESS ACUMEN and a general understanding of business practices along with relevant external/internal audit experience in a Big Four accounting firm and/or in a large global corporation. General understanding of enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications. 

• LEADERSHIP SKILLS including proven business partnering and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across a large global, public company.  

• GROWTH/DIGITAL MINDSET and the ability to leverage technology to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools is required. 

• INTEGRITY and sound judgement in all decisions and interactions aligned with our values, policies and external regulations.

 

Requirements:  

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. 

• Language: Professional proficiency in English (written and verbal), including the ability to draft audit-ready documentation and present clearly to senior stakeholders. Additional European languages are a plus. 

• Certifications: Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) are highly desirable. 

• Experience: 

• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in internal control, internal audit, external audit, or risk management within a large, complex organization. 

• Proven experience with SOX compliance, COSO framework, and other relevant regulatory requirements. 

• Experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) or manufacturing industry is a plus. 

• Technical Skills: 

• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and financial reporting. 

• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP)  

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with data analysis tools.

 

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right by offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broad range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.

We have a rich portfolio of strong brands globally and locally including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the top position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy and the second top position in gum.

Our 80,000 makers and bakers are located in more than 80 countries and we sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. Our people are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen—and happen fast.

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type

Regular

Internal Audit & Control

Finance