Arxada

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection.

With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success.]

As an Internal Auditor in Barcelona (Spain), you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls, compliance with policies and procedures, and the identification and mitigation of risks. This position offers the opportunity to influence operational excellence and financial integrity while collaborating with key stakeholders across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive audit plan covering all aspects of the organization’s operations.
• Ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Work with internal experts to optimize audit preparation and execution, leveraging data analytics and SAP configuration reviews.
• Present audit results to stakeholders and prepare clear, concise reports for the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Audit Committee.
• Identify and assess significant business risks and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of controls.
• Detect, prevent, and monitor fraud risks; assist with special investigations as needed.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement in audit processes and practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA, CIA, or CISA required; PMP/Prince2 preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years in audit control (preferably in manufacturing industries).
• English – Business Fluent.
• Proficiency in audit software, data analysis, and financial reporting.
• Good knowledge of SAP and related applications.
• Adapt to changing priorities while maintaining effectiveness.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and risk management.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across functions and geographies.
• Hands-on, persistent, and solution-oriented and Leadership: Ability to set direction and manage global projects in a complex matrix structure.

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas:

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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