Internal Audit Manager

About Ingredion: 

Join Ingredion, whereinnovationimpacts lives worldwide! Withoutevenrealizing it, you’veexperiencedourwork in your favorite chocolate, yourpet’s food, thepaperyouwriteon, andyoureverydaysnacks. As a global powerhouseacross more than 60 industries, weharnessthepotentialof natural ingredientstotransform lives. Whetheryou’rejuststartingyourcareerorbringingyearsofexperience, there's a place for youhereto make a real difference. Be partofourteamthatvalues a wide range of perspectives andiscommittedtoshaping a better world witheveryproductwecreate.

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 willlead 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 isthe ideal placetoadvanceyourcareerwithourexceptionalrewardsandbenefitspackagedesignedto help youthrive. Createthe future withusandenjoy:

• Total RewardsPackage – Competitivesalaryand performance-basedpayrecognizingyourcontributionstooursuccess

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

• FlexibleWorkArrangements – Wevalueflexibilitytosupportyoubothprofessionallyandpersonally.

• Career Growth – Learning, training, anddevelopmentopportunities.

• EmployeeRecognitionProgram – A cultureof real-time appreciation, withpersonalizedrecognitionrewardsglobally.

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