Project Manager - Decatur or Chicago, IL

Project Manager, Audit – Decatur or Chicago, IL

Career Description:
As a Project Manager, you will oversee Risk-Based audits and lead the auditing of ADM entities globally. You will manage and mentor staff, review and document work processes, and analyze the inherent risks associated with ADM’s global operations. Upon completing each audit assignment, you will collaborate with the project team and audit leadership to deliver objective, accurate, and timely analysis and insights and recommendations to ADM Management and the Board of Directors.
Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise Risk-Based audit projects.
• Ability to successfully lead one project while performing management oversight on an additional projects each month.
• Oversee and mentor less experienced audit team members, ensuring quality and consistency in audit processes.
• Review and document operational procedures and identify associated risks.
• Establishes defined goals and development plans for audit staff and uses positive reinforcement to discuss progress toward items with direct reports on quarterly basis for inclusion when preparing annual staff evaluations.
• Conduct training and provide performance evaluations for team members.
• Ensure communication and documentation of procedural changes and updates in support guidance.
• Deliver actionable recommendations to ADM Management and the Board of Directors.

Preferred Professional Experience:

• Assistant Project Manager or 6 years of relevant audit experience.
• Proven track record of leading global or large-scale audit projects.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (minimum GPA of 3.0; international equivalent may vary). 12-15 hours of accounting courses.
• CIA, CISA, or CPA certification is strongly preferred; pursuing a second certification or graduate degree preferred.
• Proficiency in technical accounting and familiarity with the agriculture or commodity trading industries are a plus. Candidates from other industries will also be considered.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage teams.
• Understanding of basic training and motivation skills
• Experience with ERP systems, audit methodologies, and risk management practices.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Possesses strong organizational skills
• Capacity for creative problem-solving and handling conflict constructively.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to ADM entities worldwide.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb ladders up to 100 feet high.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Agile Learning: Displays intellectual curiosity and applies direction effectively.
• Communication: Engages professionally with auditees, including ADM Executive Management.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrates the ability to assess and resolve complex challenges.
• Flexibility: Adaptable to changes in project assignments or audit scopes.
• Initiative: Takes on new assignments with energy and enthusiasm.
• Integrity: Exemplifies high ethical standards and fosters inclusivity and collaboration.
• Results-Oriented: Focused on meeting deadlines and achieving project goals.
• Safety: Promotes and enforces safe work habits across teams.
• Team Player: Collaborates effectively and goes beyond assigned responsibilities.

Learning and Development Goals:

• Develop and execute a plan to obtain an additional professional certification or graduate degree.
• Ensure draft audit reports are issued within 30 business days of completing fieldwork.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to project leads and team members within 10 days of a draft report.
• Conduct quarterly check-ins with direct reports to review goals and development plans.

Why ADM?

ADM provides unparalleled opportunities for growth and development. We encourage and sponsor professional certifications to help you advance your career. This position offers exposure to a wide network of departments and leadership, giving you the chance to build valuable connections across the organization.


Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

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