Senior Internal Auditor - North & Latin America (Bilingual: English & Portuguese)

Job Profile: Senior Internal Auditor - North and Latin America

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced audit professional to contribute to the governance and risk management of the subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, and Latin America (LATAM) of the Recordati Group, an Italian-based pharmaceutical company. Embedded within the Corporate Audit department of the Recordati group, based in Milan, the Internal Audit Senior will help and grow the internal audit department for the North and LATAM regions.  The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting the North and LATAM regions, ensuring that our operations comply with the highest standards of internal control, risk management, and corporate governance

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Planning & Execution:
•    Lead and execute risk-based audits across the North and LATAM regions, focusing on financial, operational, compliance, and IT processes.
•    Develop and implement audit plans, including scoping, resource allocation, and timeline management, ensuring alignment with the overall audit strategy.
•    Conduct thorough assessments of internal controls, identifying areas of risk and opportunities for improvement.
Reporting & Communication:
•    Prepare detailed audit reports with clear, concise, and actionable recommendations for process improvements.
•    Communicate audit findings and recommendations to senior management, ensuring a clear understanding of risks and corrective actions.
•    Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure effective risk mitigation.
Risk Management:
•    Evaluate the effectiveness of risk management processes and ensure that they are in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
•    Provide insights and recommendations on risk management strategies to senior management and other stakeholders.
Compliance & Best Practices:
•    Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory standards, particularly those specific to the pharmaceutical industry.
•    Stay updated on the latest developments in internal audit practices, risk management, and regulatory requirements, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector.
•    Collaborate with other departments (in particular with the Compliance dept.) to promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
Team Collaboration & Leadership:
•    Work closely with the North and LATAM Internal Audit Senior Manager and other team members to achieve audit objectives.
•    Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization to facilitate the audit process.

Location

Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil 
Reporting Line: Reports to Global Internal Audit Senior Manager in Bridgewater, NJ USA
Geographical Coverage: USA, Canada, and Latin America

Travel:

•    Ability to travel within LATAM region and North America Region (occasional trip to EU) approximately 25- 35%.

Skills:

•    Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Economics or related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA) preferred.
•    Language: Native Portuguese; fluent in English; proficiency in a third language (Spanish) is preferred.
•    Experience: At least 7 years of experience in internal audit, with previous experience in the pharmaceutical sector strongly preferable. Proven track record of successful audits and risk management.
•    Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex findings effectively. Proficiency in audit methodologies and familiarity with industry-specific regulations and standards.
•    Personal Attributes: High level of independence, integrity, and professionalism. Willingness to work autonomously and collaborate within a global team environment. Adaptability to diverse cultures and business practices across the designated region.