Internal Audit Manager

About Ingredion: 

Join Ingredion,whereinnovationimpacts livesworldwide!Withoutevenrealizing it,you’veexperiencedourwork inyour favorite chocolate,yourpet’s food,thepaperyouwriteon,andyoureverydaysnacks. As a globalpowerhouseacross morethan 60 industries,weharnessthepotentialof naturalingredientstotransform lives.Whetheryou’rejuststartingyourcareerorbringingyearsofexperience,there's aplace foryouhereto make a realdifference. Bepartofourteamthatvalues awide rangeof perspectivesandiscommittedtoshaping abetter worldwitheveryproductwecreate. 

Location:São Paulo, Brazil 
Workplace Type:Hybrid 

Ingredion isseeking an experienced and collaborativeInternal Audit Managerto lead risk-based assurance and advisory activities across South America while supporting the broader global Internal Audit function. This is an exciting opportunity to influence governance, risk management, and internal controls while partnering with leaders across a multinational manufacturing organization. 

As anInternal Audit Manager, youwilllead complex risk-based audit and advisory engagements that strengthen governance, improve business processes, and support organizationalobjectives across financial, operational, compliance, and technology-enabled environments.  

Whatyou will do:   

• Lead the full lifecycle of risk-based internal audit and advisory engagements, from planning and risk assessment through reporting and remediation monitoring. 

• Evaluate governance, risk management, and internal controls across financial, operational, compliance, fraud, and technology-related processes. 

• Execute audit activities aligned with the annual audit plan approved by the Audit Committee. 

• Manage, coach, and develop audit team members while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. 

• Build strong relationships with business leaders and key stakeholders across Finance, Operations, Compliance, HR, and Legal. 

• Communicate audit observations and recommendations through clear reports and executive-level presentations. 

• Support advisory projects related to business transformations, process improvements, controls optimization, SAP initiatives, and SOX compliance. 

• Leverage data analytics, automation, and emerging technologies to improve audit effectiveness and efficiency. 

• Coordinate with external auditors, compliance teams, and third-party audit partners to enhance assurance coverage. 

• Manage multiple audits and special projects simultaneously across geographic locations and business functions. 

Whatyou will bring:   

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or relatedfield. 

• 8+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, Controls, or related advisory functions. 

• Prior leadershipexperience managing audit engagements and developing audit professionals. 

• Strong knowledge of auditmethodology, internal controls, risk management principles, SOX/ICFR requirements, COSO Framework, and corporate governance practices. 

• Experience in manufacturing, consumer products,industrial, or similar operating environments preferred. 

• Active Brazilian CRC registrationrequired; CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE, CA, MBA, or other relevant certifications strongly preferred. 

• Experience working within multinational organizations and partnering with geographically dispersed teams. 

• Ability and willingness totravel up to 20% internationally and domestically 

Whoyou are:   

• A trusted advisor who balances independence withstrong stakeholder partnership. 

• An effective communicator capable of influencing senior leaders and presenting complex topics clearly. 

• A people leader who develops talent through coaching, feedback, and mentoring. 

• A strategic thinker with strong business acumen and sound professional judgment. 

• Skilled at managing multiple priorities and driving results in a dynamic global environment. 

• Curious and analytical, with the ability toidentify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities through data-driven insights. 

• Comfortable working across cultures and building relationships in an international environment. 

Why Join Ingredion?   

Discoverwhy Ingredionisthe idealplacetoadvanceyourcareerwithourexceptionalrewardsandbenefitspackagedesignedto helpyouthrive.Createthe futurewithusandenjoy: 

• TotalRewardsPackage –Competitivesalaryand performance-basedpayrecognizingyourcontributionstooursuccess 

• ComprehensiveBenefits &WellnessSupport – Health,long-termsavings,andresources foryourphysical, mental,andemotionalwell-being 

• FlexibleWorkArrangements –Wevalueflexibilitytosupportyoubothprofessionallyandpersonally. 

• Career Growth – Learning, training,anddevelopmentopportunities. 

• EmployeeRecognitionProgram – Acultureof real-timeappreciation,withpersonalizedrecognitionrewardsglobally. 

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