Internal Audit Manager EMEA

Do you thrive on uncovering insights that strengthen governance and risk management? Are you passionate about driving digital transformation in audit processes? Do you enjoy collaborating across borders in a truly global environment?

If this sounds like you, we’d love to welcome you as our next

Internal Audit Manager 
EMEA

As an Internal Audit Manager, you will be responsible for planning and executing internal audits to assess the design and operating effectiveness of processes and key controls, as well as conducting investigations when required. You will also assess potential risks and help the business identify mitigating actions, while driving digitalization of internal audit processes.

You will be part of the Global Internal Audit team with primary responsibility for EMEA. While EMEA will be your main focus, collaboration across borders and continuous improvement from a global perspective will be expected. Close cooperation with other Audit Managers worldwide is essential.

This role involves interaction with all levels of the business, including Group Management and senior leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessment.
• Perform operational, financial, and compliance audits across the organization.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Prepare reports on audit findings and agree on actions with stakeholders.
• Drive digitalization and automation of audit processes, including analytics.
• Conduct high-risk investigations and ad hoc assignments as required.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management and the Audit Committee.

In short, in the role as Internal Audit Manager you need to understand how the risks will impact the delivery of objectives if they are not managed effectively. Your main focus will be to anticipate possible future concerns and opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Professional certifications such as CIA and CPA (CISA or equivalent is an advantage).
• At least 3–4 years of hands-on internal audit experience within the manufacturing sector.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and risk management.
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with digital audit tools and data analytics.
• Excellent command of English; other European languages are an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

• A team player with good Interpersonal skills.
• Experience in an audit firm or multinational corporate environment.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and confidently with all levels of management.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with high integrity.

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF

What We Offer

• A position in an international environment with global responsibilities.
• A collaborative team of highly qualified professionals committed to continuous development.
• Freedom with responsibility and a strong focus on work-life balance.

Additional information

Location: Poznan (Poland) or Gothenburg (Sweden)


You will report to Head of Internal Audit, located in Pune, India. 

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Anna Barkin Johansson, Recruitment Expert EMEA via Teams or Anna.Barkin.Johansson@skf.com (please note that we can’t accept applications via e-mail due to GDPR)

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Please submit your application with your CV in English no later than 16th of November. #hybrid

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the recruiter.