Internal Audit Manager

About Ingredion: 

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create. 

Location: São Paulo, Brazil 
Workplace Type: Hybrid 

Ingredion is seeking an experienced and collaborative Internal Audit Manager to 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 an Internal Audit Manager, you will lead complex risk-based audit and advisory engagements that strengthen governance, improve business processes, and support organizational objectives across financial, operational, compliance, and technology-enabled environments.  

What you 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. 

What you will bring:   

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

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

• Prior leadership experience managing audit engagements and developing audit professionals. 

• Strong knowledge of audit methodology, 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 registration required; 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 to travel up to 20% internationally and domestically 

Who you are:   

• A trusted advisor who balances independence with strong 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 to identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities through data-driven insights. 

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

Why Join Ingredion?   

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy: 

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success 

• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being 

• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally. 

• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities. 

• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally. 

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