Senior Internal Auditor (m/w/d)

Main duties & responsibilities

• Conduct/Lead internal audits to assess, enhance, and optimize processes related to operations, risk management, controls, and governance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and different stakeholders to evaluate and identify potential risks within different business units
• Gather observations, and prepare detailed and accurate audit reports, outlining findings, recommendations, and opportunities for improvement
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Stay informed about industry best practices and regulatory updates to ensure the audit process aligns with evolving standards
• Provide insights and recommendations for process improvements based on audit findings
• Participate in the annual audit planning process and assist in preparing audit committee presentations, including tracking audit action items
• Contribute to the development of processes and tools within the audit function
• Utilize advanced data analytics to extract meaningful insights and identify trends in financial and operational data
• Design and implement data-driven audit procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness

Competencies

• Advanced experience in leading internal/external audits, risk management activities, or related fields
• Experience engaging at a management level during audit projects
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and take initiative

• Hunger for learning and personal growth

• Self-starter with dynamism, drive, and a results-oriented mindset
• Affinity for, and some experience with, manufacturing businesses
• Career-focused with eagerness to progress within our Group

Education & Experience

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering. Candidates with other degrees are also encouraged to apply
• Minimum of 4 years of internal or external audit level experience gained within a Big4/multinational manufacturing
• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken, is essential
• ACCA / CPA / CIA / CIMA certifications are considered a plus
• Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., SAP BI) is advantageous, though not mandatory
• The position is based in Altdorf (Switzerland) and requires international business travel (~20-30%)