PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Internal Audit Manager – LOB Audit is responsible for providing a leadership role in the delivery of value-added independent and objective risk-based internal audit assurance and advisory services for the Operational Line of Business (LOB) audits. The Internal Audit Manager will proactively coach junior team members by providing candid and constructive feedback.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

Lead and execute audit engagements, ensuring appropriate scoping, timely completion, and adherence to quality standards.Develop meaningful, relevant, and well-supported audit reports that align with risk appetite framework and present these reports to key department stakeholders.Provide coaching and guidance in development of junior team members by taking an active role in training and mentoring.Demonstrate effective challenge by providing deep subject matter knowledge industry related knowledge to support business partnership efforts.Develop and maintain relationships with assigned lines of business or business units. Accordingly, understand and evaluate associated risk profiles to help ensure appropriate audit coverage. Participate in key/critical projects and task forums.Manage timely and quality delivery of multiple tasks, including audits, projects and special assignments. Further develop and maintain specialization and expertise in one or more specific lines of business. Keep abreast of current trends, new developments,Provide advisory services, as necessary, in the implementation of new systems, processes and changes to existing systems, standards and procedures.Conduct thorough risk assessments and identify key control points for audit testing.Exhibit strong project management skills and build relationships with leaders of business operations.Communicate effectively with senior management, presenting audit findings, recommendations, and insights in a clear and concise manner.Build meaningful relationships with business partners in order to understand processes and identify risks and opportunities to add value

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is a Leader of People position with required competencies:  Sizing up People, Delegation, Planning, Customer Focus and Conflict Management.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution.Master’s Degree preferred but not required.Five (5)+ years professional Internal/External Audit work experience or equivalentThree (3)+ years relevant supervisory experienceAbility to work independently while exercising judgement in risk-based assessments difficult or complex nature.Interact comfortably with Senior/Executive level management.Poultry industry knowledge and experience strongly preferred but not required.Professional Accounting Certification (i.e. CIA, CPA, CMA, CFE, etc.) or pursuit of such Certification preferred but not required.Knowledge of Financial Analysis, Continuous Auditing and Big Data.Experience in internal auditing in conformance with the IIA’s International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, COSO frameworks, and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404.Thorough knowledge and understanding of theory and practice of operational internal controls and protection of company assets.Thorough knowledge of Internal Auditing and current on regulatory trends.Ability to provide leadership & guidance, and comply with the IIA professional standards, GAAP, IFRS, GAAS, Sarbanes-Oxley legislation, SEC Staff Bulletins, PCAOB, FASB, etc.Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects, planning skills, and a high attention to detail.Ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbal, using detailed written reports and narratives, with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner.Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency.Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.Sound work ethic, high degree of personal integrity, honesty and moral character. Must behave ethically.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Follow departmental and company safety policies and programsWear personal protective equipment (PPE) in all areas where mandatory, helping to promote a zero-accident culture.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to remain stationary for extended periodsAbility to work in cold/humid or hot/dusty environments as neededOccasionally required to travel to locations in the performance or supervision of auditsTravel approximately 15-30% as necessary to accomplish IA objectives.May require inventory observations at Plant or Public Freezers, Coolers, Plants, Feed Mill, Hatcheries, etc.
 We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.