Senior Internal Auditor

Overview:

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for planning and conducting financial and operational control audits, audits to test internal controls, accounting processes and compliance with established policies and procedures, and operational audits. The auditor prepares reports to communicate audit results, share best practices, and propose recommendations to strengthen internal controls and improve processes.  While this position is based in Des Moines, Iowa there will be regular travel to various locations within Kemin's worldwide markets including Belgium, Italy, Singapore, China, India, South Africa and Brazil. Once you've established yourself in the position, opportunities for relocation to our European or Asian regions may be available. 

We Are Kemin 

We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us.  

We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century.   

We are a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services.  

For over half a century, Kemin has been dedicated to using applied science to address industry challenges and offer product solutions to customers in more than 120 countries. Kemin provides ingredients to feed a growing population with its commitment to the quality, safety and efficacy of food, feed and health-related products to customers in more than 120 countries.   

Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 2,800 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa and the United States.

As a Kemin team member, you’ll receive…  

• A competitive financial package- in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays. 
• Robust health and wellness support- we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), an on-site fitness center, restaurant with seasonal fresh food options (and the ability to order food to bring home), and free fresh fruit in break areas- to name a few.  
• Continued learning opportunities- Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a new corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.  
• The chance to give back to our world- Through our foundation of servant leadership, we are proud to offer ample service opportunities, including paid time off to do so. Kemin has a valued corporate partnership with both The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, in addition to many local initiatives. 
• Opportunities to support our valued educators- Kemin is a proud sponsor of the Iowa Governor's Stem Advisory Council where we fund annual teacher's awards. In addition, we have a robust internship and externship program, and frequently host student tours.

• Provide auditing functions for Kemin's worldwide markets.
• Design and perform computer-assisted audit techniques.
• Perform financial and operational audits to assess compliance, effectiveness, and efficiency of Corporate and Business Unit processes, policies and procedures and the adequacy of internal controls.
• Evaluate the operating effectiveness of internal controls related to financial reporting and disclosure controls.
• Prepare reports and formulate recommendations designed to improve controls and/or methods of operation.
• Interface with various levels of management on audit findings, recommendations, and corrective action plans.
• Support Kemin’s external auditors and provide information and materials upon request.
• Develop formal risk-based audit programs focused on key risks and related controls for a given audit area or activity.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent 
• 5+ years of audit experience, with minimum 3 years experience in public accounting
• CPA, CIA, or CFE or working toward certification.
• Must be fluent in English, multilingual a plus
• Strong computer skills, including databases, experience auditing computer network security controls a plus.
• Ability to detect odor, ability to investigate if odor is “normal” or requires further review.
• Ability to analyze without a clear description and perform review/ analysis of novel problems as needed.
• Information gathering- determine best source or multiple sources with comparison of dates.
• Ability to change review/analysis during process as information or data requires.
• Able to travel internationally on an extensive basis.
• Able to work independently and in teams as the project needs dictate.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and analytical skills with ability to identify and assess risk and exposures across a wide variety of business processes.
• Able to manage multiple concurrent audits/projects.
• Able to influence and negotiate with others.
• Able to develop risk-based audit programs focused on critical risk and control considerations.
• High integrity with the ability to work with highly confidential information.

Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodation will be considered. 

A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.  Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.   

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