Internal Auditor

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets.The Role? The Internal Auditor is a critical role within the organization, responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and operational procedures. Through comprehensive audits, the Internal Auditor identifies areas of potential risk, inefficiency, or non-compliance, providing valuable insights and recommendations to enhance overall operational integrity and financial accuracy. The Internal Auditor role reports to the Internal Audit Manager.Who WE are? In Global Finance Services we thrive to embrace differences making sure everyone feels heard and valued. We believe that a rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, nationalities, and perspectives fuels innovation. We offer flexible career paths tailored to your strengths and aspirations. Our culture recognizes and supports everyone’s individual journey, fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone succeeds though a collaborative environment. As a result, for the past 3 years H.B. Fuller has been recognized as one of the 'Best Companies to Work For' by Exame magazine.Why join H.B. Fuller? Are you a creative and enthusiastic individual with innovative ideas to challenge the way things are being done? Do you relate with the saying: Do it right the first time? So do WE!Are you looking for a company where people’s development is consistently a blue chip for all? We provide training, coaching and mentorship programs worldwide and are committed to challenging ourselves to create opportunities for our employees. Our Global Finance Services Team has grown by more than 50% in the past 5 years. What will YOU do? Analyze financial data, operational processes and perform controls testing for several HB Fuller regions as planned and according to the requirements of H.B. Fuller’s SOX control framework.Lead internal audits of global processes and manufacturing locations in line with the annual audit plan, assessing the effectiveness of financial, compliance and operational controls.Develop and maintain productive relationships with business segment staff and management to support value-added initiatives.Lead discussions with operating personnel to verify process gaps, understand the root causes and jointly develop remediation plans.Provides suggestions to enhance the internal audit methodologies and process.Participate in special projects as needed.Travel up to 25%.Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related discipline 3+ years’ experience in financial (includes SOX) and/or operational auditing in a manufacturing environment.A solid understanding of business process and controls (e.g., order entry, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, cycle counting, pricing, etc.). Must possess excellent written, verbal and presentation skills, in English.Able to travel up to 25%, including international (Europe, Asia, North America, and Latin America)Preferred Requirements: Exposure to big 4 public auditing methodsMultiple languagesWork experience across multiple regions/cultures