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Für unseren Standort in Ismaning bei München suchen wir ab sofort eine/n
Senior Manager (w/m/d) Internal Audit - International
in Vollzeit mit unbefristetem Vertrag.
Sie möchten Ihre langjährige Audit-Expertise in einem internationalen Industrieumfeld einbringen und aktiv zur Weiterentwicklung von Governance, Risikomanagement und Compliance beitragen? Dann werden Sie Teil von Westlake und verantworten Sie unser Internal-Audit-Programm für Europa und Asien.
DAS ERWARTET SIE BEI UNS- Sie planen, steuern und verantworten interne Prüfungen in unseren internationalen Geschäftsbereichen (Europa & Asien)
- Sie führen Risikoanalysen im Rahmen des Enterprise Risk Managements (ERM) durch und entwickeln unsere Audit-Strategie mit weiter
- Sie erstellen Berichte und Präsentationen für das Top-Management und den Vorstand
- Sie analysieren Finanz-, IT- und operative Prozesse und bewerten deren Effizienz sowie interne Kontrollsysteme
- Sie beraten das Management hinsichtlich Risikominimierung und Prozessoptimierung
- Sie übernehmen Verantwortung für Teile unseres Sarbanes-Oxley-(SOX)-Compliance-Programms (inkl. IT- und Prozesskontrollen)
- Sie identifizieren Verbesserungspotenziale und verfolgen die Umsetzung von Maßnahmen nachhaltig nach
- Sie leiten nationale und internationale Auditprojekte und koordinieren interne Teams sowie externe Partner
- Sie arbeiten eng mit relevanten Fachbereichen wie Finance, IT, HR, Produktion, Einkauf und Logistik zusammen
- ein abgeschlossenes Studium im Bereich Betriebswirtschaft, Finance, Accounting oder vergleichbar mitbringen
- über mindestens 8 Jahre Berufserfahrung im Internal Audit verfügen
- über mindestens 8 Jahre Erfahrung im Bereich SOX Compliance in einem internationalen Umfeld verfügen
- fundierte Kenntnisse in Audit-Standards, COSO-Framework und Risikomanagement besitzen
- Erfahrung in der Prüfung und Optimierung internationaler Geschäftsprozesse mitbringen
- analytisch und lösungsorientiert arbeiten und komplexe Sachverhalte verständlich aufbereiten können
- über ausgeprägte Kommunikations- und Präsentationsfähigkeiten verfügen
- sicher in Deutsch und Englisch kommunizieren
- idealerweise Kenntnisse in SAP sowie Erfahrung in Industrie-, Chemie- oder Produktionsumfeld haben
- bereit sind, international zu reisen (ca. 30 %)
- Arbeitszeitmodell: Flexible mobile Work- und Arbeitszeitregelungen
- Attraktives Gehalt inkl. Zusatzleistungen und Bonusprogramme
- Urlaub: Regelungen gemäß Tarifvertrag der chemischen Industrie
- Weiterbildung: Individuelle Trainings, Coachings und Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten
- Altersvorsorge: Betriebliche Altersversorgung
- Zusätzliche Benefits: Mitarbeiterrabatte, Fitnessangebote und vieles mehr
Unser HR Team hilft Ihnen gerne:
Email: [email protected]
Wir freuen uns auf Ihre vollständigen Bewerbungsunterlagen in Englischer Sprache
(Lebenslauf, Anschreiben, Gehaltsvorstellung und möglicher Eintrittstermin)
über unser Bewerbermanagementsystem per „Apply / Bewerben“-Button.
For our location in Ismaning near Munich, we are looking for a
Senior Manager (f/m/d) Internal Audit - International
Full-time, permanent position
Would you like to leverage your extensive audit expertise in an international industrial environment and actively contribute to the development of governance, risk management, and compliance? Then join Westlake and take responsibility for our internal audit program across Europe and Asia.
WHAT TO EXPECT- You plan, manage, and oversee internal audits across our international operations in Europe and Asia
- You conduct risk assessments as part of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program and support the development of the audit strategy
- You prepare reports and presentations for executive management and the Board of Directors
- You analyze financial, IT, and operational processes and evaluate their effectiveness and internal control systems
- You advise management on risk mitigation and process optimization
- You take responsibility for parts of our Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program (including IT and process controls)
- You identify improvement opportunities and ensure sustainable implementation of corrective actions
- You lead national and international audit projects and coordinate internal teams as well as external partners
- You collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as Finance, IT, HR, Operations, Procurement, and Logistics
- hold a degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a comparable field
- have at least 8 years of professional experience in internal audit
- have at least 8 years of experience in SOX compliance in an international environment
- possess strong knowledge of audit standards, COSO framework, and risk management practices
- have experience auditing and optimizing international business processes
- demonstrate strong analytical skills and a solution-oriented mindset
- have excellent communication and presentation skills
- are fluent in English and German
- ideally bring SAP knowledge and experience in industrial, chemical, or manufacturing environments
- are willing to travel internationally (approx. 30%)
- Work model: Flexible mobile work and working time arrangements
- Attractive salary including benefits and bonus programs
- Vacation: Based on the collective agreement of the chemical industry
- Development: Individual training, coaching, and development opportunities
- Retirement: Company pension scheme
- Additional benefits: Employee discounts, fitness offers, and much more
Our HR team will be happy to help:
Email: [email protected]
We look forward to receiving your complete application
(CV, motivation letter, salary expectations, and earliest possible start date)
via our applicant management system using the “Apply” button.
Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.
Skills Required
- Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or comparable field
- At least 8 years of professional experience in internal audit
- At least 8 years of experience in SOX compliance in an international environment
- Strong knowledge of audit standards, COSO framework, and risk management practices
- Experience auditing and optimizing international business processes
- Experience analyzing financial, IT, and operational processes and internal controls
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Fluent in English and German
- Willingness to travel internationally (approx. 30%)
- SAP knowledge
- Experience in industrial, chemical, or manufacturing environments
Westlake Chemical Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Westlake Chemical Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Westlake Chemical Corporation.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests the 401(k) with company matching is a strong element, and certain groups have noncontributory defined‑benefit pensions. This combination signals solid retirement support.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Feedback suggests incentive programs include quarterly or annual bonuses that supplement base pay. These recurring programs indicate reliable variable compensation opportunities.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, sick pay, and nine paid holidays are promoted alongside caregiver support programs. This breadth covers common time‑off needs.
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What We Do
Westlake Chemical (NYSE: WLK) is a quality manufacturer and dependable global supplier of petrochemicals, plastics and building products. Our mission is to serve our clients by enhancing daily life through the products and services we provide, which in turn make life better for people every day. Employing approximately 9,500 people, Westlake operates from 36 locations in North America, 11 in Europe and 6 in Asia.
