Senior Audit Manager

Reporting to the Group Internal Audit Officer, the candidate will be responsible for the oversight and delivery of annual risk-based internal audit plan as approved by the Control & Risks Committee and the Board of Directors.

She/he will contribute to developing a fully mature, continuous auditing approach, identifying existing and emerging risks and root causes of business issues, and providing sustainable, insightful and effective recommendations to business functions, operations and senior leaders.

This role is based in Milan.

Travel to the Group’s international sites will be an integral part of this job role.

Core responsibilities

The candidate will have the following responsibilities:

• Strong financial and/or operational experience in complex industrial environments, she/he will strengthen risk identification, control oversight, and coordination with other control functions / assurance providers across the organization;

• She/He will design, oversight, and ensure timely execution of audit plans covering financial, operational, and IT/Cybersecurity (leveraging third-party specialists where appropriate) engagements to assess the effectiveness of control framework, identify measurable issues and risks, and deliver actionable recommendations;

• Strong focus on business, market and regulatory trends, she/he will proactively identify emerging risks and advise functions, operations, and business leaders on upcoming changes in laws and reporting requirements to ensure timely preparedness and compliance;

• She/He will promote development of predictive models, automated testing solutions and data analytics to assess business processes, identify issues and develop proper recommendations;

• She/He will advise the business, delivering special projects that bring measurable value-added input to the organization;

• She/He will adapt audit approach and programs always ensuring full compliance with the International Professional Practices Framework of the Institute of Internal Auditors.

Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor / master’s degree in finance or engineering related disciplines;

• 10–12 years of progressive experience across finance, operations, and internal audit within large, complex global industrial organizations; high-potential junior candidates with strong track records and growth trajectory will also be considered;

• Knowledge of SOX/Italian L. Decree 262/2005 and IFRS reporting;

• Strong analytical mindset with proven experience in Data Analytics, Data Mining, and ERP environments (preferably SAP), enabling the identification of patterns and inconsistencies, and the application of critical thinking and sound professional judgment to complex matters.

• Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, IT general controls, and technology risk, including areas such as access management, cloud environments, vulnerability management, and incident response.

• High degree of adaptability and flexibility, with capacity to operate effectively in uncertain, dynamic, and fast-paced environments, manage shifting priorities, and respond proactively to change;

• Strong verbal communication and writing skills and effective negotiation and relationship skills and in working will all levels of management;

• Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, CPA, or other relevant credentials are preferred;

• Fluent in Italian and English.

What we offer

• Type of contract: Permanent Full time

• Location: Milan

• Applicable Collective Agreement: CCNL Gomma, Plastica, Cavi elettrici e affini.

• Job Level/Category in line with the applicable collective agreement.

• Gross annual salary no less than: € 70.000

• The position is eligible for an individual or collective variable incentive based on the achievement of predetermined performance objectives

• Benefit:

  • Health insurance
  • Meal vouchers / canteen
  • Transport/Parking facilitation
  • Remote work flexibility

Our selection process:

Application, 2) HR interview, 3) Hiring Manager interviews and 4) Online assessment (30min) if applicable.

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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