Lead Auditor

Come Join an Inclusive Team

As a Lead Auditor you will support Audit Managers and less experience team member on the execution of audits and delivery of the annual audit plan, with the expectation of participating as lead or team member on different kinds of engagements of moderate to high complexity. You will be part of an enthusiastic team of 2 colleagues supporting the company strategy on various fields, including on ESG developments. While primarily based in one location, team members will participate in audit assignments across our global company at various locations across Europe, Asia and international. Travel to both domestic and international locations is expected up to 10% a year. 

A Day in the Life

This role is an experienced position intended to work with minimal supervision, provide strategic insights on processes and controls, utilize audit principles and skills to evaluate the adequacy of internal controls, compliance with company policies, and enhancement opportunities that add value to the business and internal clients. You may also be responsible for performing and/or assisting in advisory engagements, corporate investigations, ad-hoc special projects, and other department internal initiatives.


Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Develop a working knowledge of the company with a focus on business and manufacturing processes, policies, and procedures;
• Analyze and solve problems utilizing a risk-based approach;
• Participate as lead or team member in operational, financial, compliance, and fraud related audits under the direction of the audit manager or audit lead and in accordance with accepted professional standards;
• Develop the ability to identify and assess key risks and controls within assigned audit areas, and determine applicable audit approach;
• When leading audits, be the primary point of support for team members together with Audit Managers and be the focal communication point for auditees from start to finish of the audit;
• Prepare and review audit workpapers ensuring high quality standards, timely completion, and alignment with audit methodology. Demonstrate ability to draw conclusions based on audit testing data and prepare evidence based audit findings;
• Identify and implement improvements to internal processes to mitigate risks, increase efficiency and effectiveness, and sharing best practices across the organization;
• Actively demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain relationships with team members, associates, mid-level management, and other personnel within the organization with limited supervision;
• Demonstrate teamwork by cooperating with department members, sharing information, utilizing innovations of others, participating in group decision process and participating additional assignments as appropriate;
• Develop an working proficiency of relevant key systems and applications in the company (e.g. SAP, Workiva, Celonis) and effectively navigate them to extract data for audit purposes.

You Bring This Value

• Bachelor’s degree is required, with a preferred major in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, Engineering, or other equivalent related degree;
• Advanced degree and/or professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, CRMA, or other similar is a plus;
• Typically requires 4 to 6 years of relevant business experience, including auditing experience;
• Fluent in Business English.

Competenties

To be successful in this role you must recognize yourself in the following profile: 
It requires a strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly advanced Excel, with SAP or equivalent system knowledge preferred. It involves understanding operational, financial, and audit processes, including their interdependencies, with IT knowledge as an added advantage. Clear, concise communication is essential, as the position interacts with both operational staff and senior management. Strong problem-solving skills, business acumen, and experience with data analytics tools such as Power BI or Celonis are highly valued. Candidates will be assessed on the following LYB competencies: 

• Build Partnerships 
• Deliver Results 
• Drive Innovation 
• Grow Capabilities 
• Promote Inclusion

What We Offer

We offer an environment where we encourage personal and professional growth and where you will be rewarded for your performance and results. You will have the possibility to work with specialist on all fields to develop innovative solutions and to extend your national and international network. In addition, we offer you a competitive salary package. The Company's Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees the option to work up to two days a week from home. LyondellBasell is committed to advancing diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) to ensure a positive experience for all employees.

Interested?

Please send us your resume via the application button. 
Please feel free to contact James Smeets, Talent Acquisition Consultant at james.smeets @ lyondellbasell.com for more details. Would you like to apply? Just send us your motivation and resume via the application button. Only applications through this application button will be taken into consideration. #LI-Hybrid  #LI-JS2 

The recruitment process consists of an initial phone screening and business interviews before proceeding to a possible job offer. A background check will be3 part of the process as well.  

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