Internal Control Manager (m/f), München

Danone is a global leader in the food industry, operating in three fast-growing categories: dairy and plant-based products, water, and specialised nutrition. True to our mission of bringing health through food to as many people as possible, our ambition is to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and consumption habits. We are committed to making a positive and measurable impact on nutrition, society and the environment.

Your mission

• Be responsible for a high level of internal Control for the operational business units in the DACH region according to Danone internal control guidelines
• Ensure proximity to the Business: Develop Internal control awareness and animate Business Process Owners
• Ensure regular update of documentation according to Danone internal control guidelines
• Support Business Process Owners in definition of operational internal controls
• Define testing methodologies
• Execute testing, identify deficiencies and advise the Business Process Owner with your recommendation
• Create and follow up of action plans to solve deficiencies in an efficient way
• Ensure continuous improvement at all sites
• Cooperate with external and internal auditors as well as operational teams
• Report results to Finance Directors and Head of Internal Control

Your profile

• Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years experience in Internal Control Management in finance or operations
• Work experience in Accounting, preferably in multinational companies and /or within Food industry, SAP R3 Knowledge is beneficial
• Strong analytical skills without losing big picture and ability to move quick to execution as well as an proactive way of working
• An accruable and reliable way of working
• Connect inside & outside: foster collaboration with other functions and departments
• Fluent in German and English