Internal Controls Manager, ANZ

Job Description
Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours.

Are you a proactive and commercially minded audit Leader ready to make a significant impact on a global snacking powerhouse? Mondelēz International, home to iconic brands like Cadbury and Oreo, is seeking an experienced
Internal Controls Manager
to drive excellence internally, optimise internal processes, and operational controls across our ANZJ (Australia, New Zealand, Japan) business unit (BU).

About The Role
As the ANZJ BU Internal Controls Lead, you'll be more than just an auditor – you'll be a strategic partner,
proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks
before they impact the business. You'll perform comprehensive end to end reviews, support strategic initiatives and collaborate with executive management to implement effective solutions that drive efficiency and streamline processes. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence strategic projects and initiatives, shape the future of our internal controls function, and contribute to the success of Mondelēz International in the ANZJ market.

More About The Role

• Proactive Risk Management; Foresee potential and emerging risks and develop proactive strategies to mitigate them
• Lead and Manage; Oversee deep dive reviews from start to finish, providing guidance to frontline auditors and keeping the Executive Leadership Team informed
• Drive a Strong Controls Environment; Evaluate and strengthen internal controls to effectively manage risk and ensure policy compliance
• Develop Risk-Based Procedures; Create and implement review procedures that accurately assess significant business and operational risks
• Champion Efficiency and Streamlining; Identify and implement improvements to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency
• System Design Contribution; Provide valuable input into system design to strengthen controls and improve processes
• Build a High-Performing Team; leading a direct report, you will be fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment
• Strategic Projects; Participate in key strategic projects and initiatives across the ANZJ region
• Report to Executive Management; Provide reports on reviews findings, root cause analysis and recommendations on areas for improvement in business processes

About You

• Proactive and strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate and mitigate potential and emerging risks
• Commercial understanding of business operations and how controls can drive value
• Proven experience in identifying and implementing efficiency improvements
• Leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and develop direct reports
• Deep technical expertise in risk/control frameworks, enterprise risk management, financial policies & procedures, and SOX requirements
• Strong business acumen and understanding of business practices within the ANZJ region, including financial reporting, sourcing, supply chain, marketing, information systems, sales, shared service, and customer service operations
• A growth and digital mindset with the ability to identify strategic opportunities and leverage technology to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness
• Proven experience as a finance leader, successfully managing auditors to drive a robust controls and compliance environment
• Significant external/internal audit experience gained in a Big Four accounting firm or a large global corporation

If you are a highly motivated and results-oriented internal controls, audit or risk management professional with a proactive, commercial mindset and a passion for driving efficiency, we encourage you to apply

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary
At Mondelez International, our mission is to provide consumers with the right snack, for the right moment, made in the right way. We are one of the largest snack companies in the world, with global net revenues exceeding $31 billion USD.

We have operations in more than 80 countries and employ approximately 91,000 diverse and talented employees in our factories, offices, research & development facilities and distribution activities around the world.

In Australia and New Zealand, we have 6 factories, and both global and local brands, employing over 2,000 people; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, Toblerone, Philadelphia, belVita, Pascall, The Natural Confectionery Company, Sour Patch Kids and Ritz.

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type
Regular

Internal Audit & Control

Finance