Manager Corporate Audit

The Villeroy & Boch Group is one of the global leaders in premium dining & lifestyle, as well as bathroom and wellness products. Founded in 1748 and headquartered in Mettlach, Germany, the company stands for innovation, design and quality. With its two main brands Villeroy & Boch and Ideal Standard, the Group has about 12.000 employees and is present in around 140 countries worldwide.

About the Role

As Manager Corporate Audit (m/f/d), you independently conduct audits across the Group and support the Head of Corporate Audit with independent and objective assurance and advisory services.

Your Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out audits of business processes and procedures across the Group in line with the Global Internal Audit Standards, with a focus on compliance, security, efficiency and expediency.
• Lead audit teams, closely coordinate with the relevant specialist audit and project managers, and support the professional development of junior auditors.
• Analyze and assess weaknesses and their risks and develop practical measures through risk elimination.
• Use data analytics, audit software and AI-supported methods to make audits more efficient and meaningful, and consider risks related to the use of AI in audit planning.
• Independently conduct closing meetings and agree on audit results and measures with the audited areas.
• Prepare audit reports and follow up on the agreed measures.
• Advise and support corporate and specialist departments in redesigning and updating processes and controls, particularly with regard to efficiency and reliability, contributing best practices and creative solutions.
• Address current topics such as IT and cyber risks, regulatory requirements and fraud prevention in audit planning.

Your Profile

• A university degree (e.g., economics or similar). A professional qualification such as CIA, CISA, CFE, CPA, or similar is an advantage; if not yet certified, willingness to obtain one is expected.
• At least 3-5 years of professional experience in internal audit or external audit, ideally in an international environment (industry, retail or Big 4).
• Experience in leading audits and in mentoring and developing junior auditors.
• Analytical and conceptual skills combined with an entrepreneurial mindset; you quickly grasp even complex issues.
• A confident manner, persuasiveness and assertiveness combined with diplomatic skills, independence, sound judgment and strong communication skills.
• Confident use of MS Office, basic SAP knowledge (ideally S/4HANA) and knowledge of accounting under HGB and IFRS.
• Experience with audit and analytics software (e.g., Power BI, Data Studio).
• Openness to digital and AI-supported audit approaches and a willingness to continuously develop your skills in this area.
• Business fluent in English. Knowledge of German and another foreign language (e.g., French or Spanish) is an advantage.
• Commitment, self-motivation, ability to work under pressure and willingness to travel in Germany and abroad (approx. 30%).

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