Global Internal Audit Junior Specialist

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination and continued learning and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

CEVA Internal Audit is an independent function whose primary mission is to enhance and protect organizational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight.

The internal audit activity supports CEVA in achieving its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes.

Part of the EMEA Hub Internal Audit team, as Internal Auditor you will be responsible for executing internal audit engagements across Europe and IMEA (and beyond when needed) in accordance with the annual audit plan, under the supervision of the Europe and IMEA Audit Hub Manager.

The reviews performed cover a diverse and broad range of audit types (e.g. operational, financial, compliance, IT) and perimeters (legal entities, corporate functions, operational sites, projects).

To accompany the growth of CMA CGM logistics division, we are looking for talented individuals with diverse background and seeking to work out of their comfort zone to set a successful career path within the Group.

The role will allow you to obtain a deep and comprehensive knowledge of the group and businesses.

You will be traveling up to 30% of your working time.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Execute audit engagements in accordance with the annual audit plan and specific requests from stakeholders.
• Audit Preparation: analyse preliminary data, applicable policies and perform targeted interviews to develop a risk-based audit working program adapted to the scope and objectives of the assigned review.
• Audit Fieldwork: perform interviews, documents analysis and analytical tests in accordance with the developed audit working program and group internal audit methodology. Particular attention is required on internal control framework and compliance with CEVA Group policies.
• Audit Reporting: draft the audit report outlining the issues and gaps identified and share with auditees the preliminary conclusions. For all findings, the report will include detailed root cause analysis, associated risks, audit recommendations and management action plans.
• Audit Debriefing: debrief country, region and global top management as needed.
• Audit Follow-up: regular follow-up of action plans agreed with auditees to ensure risks related to the identified gaps are under control.

Audit Methodology: identify and propose updates and improvements to the internal audit methodology (e.g. work programs, deliverables) to ensure the audit approach is adapted to the evolution of the internal and external contexts (e.g., deployment of new IT operational systems, enforcement of new regulations).

ABOUT YOU

Master of Science in Finance, Economics, Engineering or similar. International experience and/or logistics education curriculum are a strong plus.

At least 2 years of working experience in either internal audit of multinational groups (preferred) and/or leading external audit firms. Seasoned professionals on operational and support functions roles will also be considered for the role. Exposure to international environment (short- or long-term assignments) Experience in transaction services advisory at a global consulting firm is an advantage. Experiences in functions other than audit (either operational or support functions).

For internal audit professionals: Audit related professional certifications are highly appreciated: CIA (or equivalent) CISA. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Rigorous, with a focus for detail. Able to take a step back and identify the wider picture. Great team player with the ability to take the initiative and work independently. Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver on-time. Knowledge of the logistics business is a strong advantage. Proficiency in excel and data analysis.

Fluency in English is mandatory (both written and oral). Fluency in a 2nd language is a mandatory (most spoken preferred). Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Fluency in a 3rd language, is highly appreciated.

As a global organization, and as part of the CMA CGM Group, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, behaviors and local knowledge of our customers, we can succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation.

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