Senior IT Lead Auditor

The Senior IT Lead Auditor role is an experienced position intended to utilize audit principles, skills, and techniques to evaluate the adequacy of ITGC in accordance with professional standards and internal methodology.

The position will support the audit Managers/Senior Managers on the execution and delivery of the annual audit plan, with the expectation of leading engagements of moderate to high complexity with minimal supervision.

As a Senior IT Lead Auditor, you will guide and support other team members in their understanding to help execute the audit effectively. The Senior IT Lead Auditor is expected to have critical mindset and to identify added value process improvements. The Auditor should be self-sufficient, work with a sense of urgency, support multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

While primarily based in one location, team members will participate in audit assignments across our global company. Travel to both domestic and international locations is up to 20% a year.

• Lead medium to high complexity audits from planning to reporting, under supervision of the Audit Manager/Sr Manager in accordance with professional standards/Methodology.
• Demonstrate understanding of IT General Controls, IT Application controls and cyber security controls.
• Continue the development of technical knowledge around IT auditing; keeping up to date with latest technologies.
• Lead teams and foster collaboration and cooperation among team members.
• Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in the effectiveness of the audit process.
• Work effectively with auditees and stakeholders at all levels to identify and implement (where appropriate) opportunities to add value.
• Coordinate and effectively communicate with various departments throughout the company and at all levels of the organization regarding audit findings. Prepare/ review audit work papers to maintain the expected quality standards on a timely manner in alignment with audit methodology.
• Demonstrate ability to draw conclusions based on audit testing data and draft evidence based audit findings.
• Identify improvements to processes to mitigate risks, increase efficiency and effectiveness, while sharing best practices across the organization.
• Actively demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain relationships with team members, management, and other personnel within the organization.
• Mentor less experienced staff on business acumen and problem solving, utilizing a risk based approach.
• Demonstrate and share knowledge/lessons learned in key IT/business/auditing processes.

• A competitive salary and an annual bonus scheme, based on company results and your performance;
• An additional full month‘s salary each year as an annual holiday allowance;
• Exciting opportunities to progress your career within our international network;
• A flexible and attractive pension scheme, fully funded by Viterra;
• A challenging position within a world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network;
• A professional and stimulating environment in which enthusiastic and driven colleagues work together in a practical and informal way;
• 27 days of annual leave, including Good Friday and one flexible day during the Christmas and New Year period;
• Access to a range of free and exclusive classes to improve your physical and mental wellbeing as part of Viterra‘s Vitality programme;
• Tailored learning & development opportunities;
• A modern, open and inspiring office in the centre of Rotterdam, next to the Markthal and Blaak station;
• Complimentary daily lunch service from our Viterra restaurant;
• Options for flexible working, in accordance with our working from home policy;
• Business laptop;
• Reimbursement of travel to work (via public transport).

• You have a university degree in Business Economics, IT, Analytics, Finance or other related areas;
• You have a professional certification such as RE, CISA, CISM or CPA, CIA or RA with IT experience;
• You have at least 8 years’ experience in IT Audit/IT security gained in either professional practice or corporate environment (industry/Big 4);
• You have experience in auditing complex processes, preferably in manufacturing or financial services, with a focus on IT as well as business processes such as supply chain, trading, processing, finance, risk, compliance, etc.;
• You have solid understanding of IT risk management and IT control frameworks (e.g. COBIT, ITIL and ISF), and proven ability to independently evaluate controls to drive continuous improvement.
• You are hands-on and have a structured working style, with eye for detail without losing oversight;
• You have strong negotiation and problem-solving skills, with a high level of perseverance and willingness to challenge the status quo;
• You have the ability to multitask at a fast pace and in a highly ambiguous, diverse and dynamic environment;
• You have a critical mind set, willing to continuously learn new topics and acquire knowledge of the company"s business over time;
• You are capable of influencing management and driving the audit department towards increased innovation;
• You are an excellent active listener and have good written and verbal communication skills while being able to clearly articulate audit observations in a direct and transparent manner;
• You are proficient in English; additional languages highly desirable;
• You are willing and able to travel for business purposes.

Additional experience that will make you stand out:

• Working experience as internal and/or external auditor in the commodities industry.
• Working experience with listed companies/SOx
• Experience with data analytics and related tools.