Regional Internal Audit Manager

At Johnson Controls, we’re shaping the future to create a world that’s safe, comfortable and sustainable. Our global team creates innovative, integrated solutions to make cities more connected, buildings more intelligent and vehicles more efficient. We are passionate about improving the way the world lives, works and plays. The future requires bold ideas, an entrepreneurial mind-set and collaboration across boundaries. You need a career focused on tomorrow. Tomorrow needs you. What you will do
We are looking for a Regional Internal Audit Manager to join our International Internal Audit Team, based in Bratislava, Slovakia, and supporting Johnson Controls businesses across EMEA. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals with audit background from across Europe who are looking to kick-off their careers towards a business finance role.
The Regional Internal Audit Manager is a key member of management reporting directly to the Internal Audit Global Director, and responsible for managing the audit function in the EMEA region.
 
How you will do it

• Working with the Internal Audit Director and others to complete annual risk-based audit plan
• Executes/manages the annual regional audit plan, scheduling audit engagements and proactively maintains the audit schedule and necessary staffing requirements
• Allocates/manages internal and external audit resources and manages the field audits
• Defines together with the Internal audit team the specific objectives, theory and scope of audit work to be performed, including risk analysis and audit testing approach
• Helps drive and adjust the audit methodology, when the case, to better address the company structure, risk assessment and control ownership
• Reviews and discusses audit reports with Internal Audit management and the management of the audited unit (and higher level management, as appropriate) on a timely basis
• Advises management when current practices are not consistent with organization policies, or fail to provide necessary controls or factual records
• Recommends the appropriate corrective action required to ensure that the operation will meet the standards of control, records, and reports satisfactory to the organization
• Leads and directs an auditing area and staff in the performance of larger, more complex audits and in the development of auditing strategies to ensure high quality, timely, risk focused and efficient internal audit services
• Continually develops and maintains effective working relationships with management, external auditors and consultants
• Provides consultative support to the organization for improving business value
• Actively works in developing the audit team though performance reviews, training plans and any other activities that would enhance the competence of the IA team
• Manages the hiring and recruiting activities of the domestic audit staff
• The Manager Internal Audit will be working within a global audit team and is expected to collaborate across regions on specific improvement projects and to ensure standardization of methodology
• You will effectively cope with change and recognize that changes in circumstances and customer expectations alter objectives and priorities
• You will present and communicate effectively to various stakeholders on different levels of hierarchy, including high-level management

Salary package

Starting from 4000 EUR/month gross (plus a 13th month salary) based on relevant experience

What we look for

Required

• B.S or B.B.A. in Accounting or Finance or equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum of 1-2 years of Management level responsibilities, preferably in audit
• A minimum of 6 years of increasingly responsible experience in public accounting and/or internal audit function of a large size Global corporation auditing or managing financial or operations audit
• Experience in manufacturing and/or long term construction industry
• Strong project management experience
• Proven experience with analyzing processes (accounting and operations), identifying deficiencies and implementing process improvements
• Knowledge of General Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), and must have progressive experience in multi-division and fast paced environment
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Excellent communications skills, including significant experience in written and oral reports and presentations to high-level management
• Should have ability to listen effectively, evaluate the most critical elements being communicated and communicate with staff and Director on an open and timely basis
• Proven ability to effectively manage time, prioritize, and handle multiple concurrent tasks
• Ability to work effectively with people and motivate others to achieve desired results
• Leads others to take appropriate action, and follows through on commitments
• Ability to builds collaborative relationships and contribute to the efforts and accomplishments of individuals and teams throughout the JCI organization
• Possess strong work ethic with a commitment to continuous improvement in a dynamic and changing environment that strives to exceed expectations
• Fluent in English
• Possess strong leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Proven interpersonal skills
• Willingness to travel globally as required up to 30% of the time
• You have to feel comfortable to collaborate with people from different countries and cultural backgrounds and be able to quickly build up and maintain strong relationships throughout the Johnson Controls organization

Preferred

• Advanced degrees related to business and management
• Professional certifications such as ACCA, CPA, CIA, CMA, and CISA, or similar international certifications
• Strong ability to highlight and communicate opportunities for improvement within the organization including increasing profits through better control over its systems, activities and decision making
• Fluent in other European language skills

Our benefits 

Besides a very pleasant and international work environment Johnson Controls offers various opportunities for future growth, a competitive salary, 13th salary, fully covered meal vouchers, monthly free workplace massage, winter vitamin package, onsite FIT days and a flexible benefit allowance so you can choose to tailor the rest of the benefits to suit your individual needs.

You will be based in our newly opened offices in the vibrant city center close to the river and Eurovea shopping center. The onsite facilities include a fitness center, coffee machines, canteen and nursery. If you are relocating to Bratislava to join JCI you will be eligible to receive a housing allowance to help you get your new life set up!

 
Who we are

At Johnson Controls, we’re shaping the future to create a world that’s safe, comfortable and sustainable. Our global team creates innovative, integrated solutions to make cities more connected, buildings more intelligent and vehicles more efficient. We are passionate about improving the way the world lives, works and plays. The future requires bold ideas, an entrepreneurial mind-set and collaboration across boundaries. You need a career focused on tomorrow. Tomorrow needs you.

*This salary is our minimum advertised salary. We value each and every employee who joins Johnson Controls, therefore ensuring our compensation package aligns with your professional qualifications and competencies to the open position you are selected for.