Internal auditor

About the Role


As an Internal Auditor, you will play a key role in evaluating financial controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving operational efficiency. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to assess risks, improve processes, and maintain the highest standards of corporate governance.

The position is either based in Montpellier in our headquarters or based on a homeworking scheme with regular présence in the HQ.


Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits to assess the effectiveness of financial controls, risk management systems, and operational processes. • Ensure compliance with local and international laws, regulations, and company policies. • Provide independent and objective evaluations of business operations, financial statements, and internal controls. • Identify gaps in processes and propose recommendations to enhance efficiency and mitigate risks. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk management strategies, and identify any area for process, internal control improvement and value addition. • Review and analyze financial statements, transactions, and supporting documentation. • Perform risk assessments and detect potential discrepancies or fraudulent activities. • Prepare and present audit reports with findings and recommendations to senior management. • Monitor and follow up on audit recommendations, ensuring their successful implementation. • Participate in any compliance and forensics accounting investigations, in full coordination with the Compliance Department. • Support external auditors during statutory audits and regulatory compliance assessments. • Stay updated on industry regulations, auditing standards, and best practices.


Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. • Professional certification such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CA (Chartered Accountant). • 5+ years of experience in internal audit, financial analysis, or risk assessment. • Strong knowledge of accounting standards, taxation, and regulatory frameworks, as well as Bribery Laws (Sapin 2 Laws, UK Bribery Acts, FCPA, etc). • Proficiency in audit management software and data analysis tools. • Experience in evaluating internal control systems and executing audit plans. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and familiarity with ERP systems. • High ethical standards, confidentiality, and integrity. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. • Fluent in English + additional languages such as Arab or Indian. • Willingness to travel to various countries such as Middle East, Africa, Asia, Americas or Europe. Business trips up to 50% of the time.


Preferred Skills

• Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Experience conducting audits in a regulated industry. • Knowledge of international auditing standards (IFRS, COSO, ISO 31000). • Hands-on experience with data analytics and visualization tools. • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage large datasets. • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.




A supportive and collaborative work environment fostering professional growth. Exposure to international markets, working with diverse teams. Opportunities for career progression within a global organization.


Equal Opportunity Statement


We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.

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