PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Internal Audit Manager – Corporate Audit is responsible for providing a leadership role in the delivery of value-added independent and objective risk-based internal audit assurance and advisory services for the corporate audits. The Internal Audit Manager will proactively coach junior team members by providing candid and constructive feedback. Job Responsibilities Lead projects that may be enterprise-wide, or Corporate specific in scope. Lead planning, scoping, and development of the audit test plan and coordinate engagement resources and engagement assignments among staff auditors effectively to complete assignments within budget while maintaining quality standards. Lead internal audit testing and design audit programs for higher-risk or complex processes. Develop meaningful, relevant, and well-supported audit reports that align with risk appetite framework and present these reports to key department stakeholders. Conduct thorough risk assessments and identify key control points for audit testing. Provide coaching and guidance in development of junior team members by taking an active role in training and mentoring. Demonstrate effective challenge by providing deep subject matter knowledge industry related knowledge to support business partnership efforts. Develop and maintain relationships with assigned lines of business or business units. Accordingly, understand and evaluate associated risk profiles to help ensure appropriate audit coverage. Participate in key/critical projects and task forums. Manage timely and quality delivery of multiple tasks, including audits, projects and special assignments. Further develop and maintain specialization and expertise in one or more specific lines of business. Keep abreast of current trends, new developments, Provide advisory services, as necessary, in the implementation of new systems, processes and changes to existing systems, standards and procedures. Exhibit strong project management skills and build relationships with leaders of business operations. Communicate effectively with senior management, presenting audit findings, recommendations, and insights in a clear and concise manner. Build meaningful relationships with business partners in order to understand processes and identify risks and opportunities to add value Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to work independently while exercising judgement in risk-based assessments difficult or complex nature. Interact comfortably with Senior/Executive level management. Poultry industry knowledge and experience preferred but not required. Professional Accounting Certification (i.e., CIA, CPA, CMA, CFE, etc.) or pursuit of such Certification strongly preferred. Knowledge of Financial Analysis, Continuous Auditing and Big Data. Experience in internal auditing in conformance with the IIA’s International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, COSO frameworks, and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404. Thorough knowledge and understanding of theory and practice of operational internal controls and protection of company assets. Thorough knowledge of Internal Auditing and current on regulatory trends. Ability to provide leadership & guidance, and comply with the IIA professional standards, GAAP, IFRS, GAAS, Sarbanes-Oxley legislation, SEC Staff Bulletins, PCAOB, FASB, etc. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects, planning skills, and a high attention to detail. Ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbal, using detailed written reports and narratives, with internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner. Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency. Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information. Sound work ethic, high degree of personal integrity, honesty and moral character. Must behave ethically. Education Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution. Master’s Degree preferred but not required. Five (5) years professional Internal/External Audit work experience or equivalent Three (3) years relevant supervisory experience SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in all areas where mandatory, helping to promote a zero-accident culture. WORK ENVIRONMENT Ability to remain stationary for extended periods Ability to work in cold/humid or hot/dusty environments as needed Occasionally required to travel to locations in the performance or supervision of audits Travel approximately 10-30% as necessary to accomplish IA objectives. May require inventory observations at Plant or Public Freezers, Coolers, Plants, Feed Mill, Hatcheries, etc. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Wayne-Sanderson does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order. #LI-Hybrid We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. A career that makes an amazing difference starts at Wayne-Sanderson Farms. Formed from two leading poultry companies with humble roots in farm supply and feed manufacturing, Wayne-Sanderson Farms is built on over a century’s worth of industry expertise and excellence in operation. Our family at Wayne-Sanderson Farms is now more than 26,000 team members and over 2,000 family farmers strong, and still growing as the nation’s third largest poultry producer. By starting your career with a leader in the industry, you can develop your skills in a wide variety of operations while enjoying unique benefits such as our professional development opportunities. Make an impact on a global scale by feeding a growing world with Wayne-Sanderson Farms by applying online today.