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Located in our Wrocław, Poland office, you will partner with the Vice President Global Internal Audit to lead the EMEA group of the global Internal Audit department. You will help develop a thoughtful, risk-based project plan and ensure the efficient execution of projects. This position will work closely with EMEA region leadership, local leaders of EMEA locations, Finance, Information Technology, and other business leaders to drive meaningful improvements in the internal control environment. As part of the global Internal Audit department, you will engage in projects across Gates’ diverse global locations and operations.
Job Responsibility:
Partner with the Vice President, Global Internal Audit to deliver the annual risk assessment and develop the EMEA audit plan
Lead and manage audit projects end‑to‑end, from planning and scoping through execution, reporting, and follow‑up
Oversee risk and control assessments, testing procedures, and documentation to ensure high‑quality, actionable audit results
Advise EMEA leadership on internal control design, implementation, and effectiveness
Supervise, mentor, and develop the EMEA Internal Audit team, fostering an inclusive and high‑performance culture
Communicate project status, key findings, and emerging risks to global Internal Audit leadership
Build strong partnerships with business, finance, IT, and regional leaders to promote strong internal controls and risk awareness across EMEA
Requirements:
11-15 years of experience in public accounting or internal audit is required
Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or another business-related field is required
Strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles and internal control frameworks and procedures
Maintains the highest degree of integrity and ethical standards, upholds strict standards of confidentiality, and serves as a role model for Gates' values
Organized self-starter who prioritizes competing demands, balances multiple tasks, deals with interruptions, and meets deadlines in a fast-paced department
Displays sound judgment, professional courage, a positive attitude, and the ability to maintain professionalism and composure under pressure
Excellent analytical, decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to convey complex concepts and difficult messages in a clear and direct manner to all levels of management
Fluent in Polish and English
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is required
Ability to travel up to 25 percent is required
Nice to have:
Prior experience with a global organization in the manufacturing industry is preferred
CPA/CIA/CISA certification, or equivalent, is preferred
Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements is preferred
Prior supervisory and team leadership experience is preferred
Experience with internal audit management software, flowcharting software, data analysis applications, and other auditing software is preferred