US Internal Auditor

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for: 

• A Senior Internal Auditor in the US to join our multicultural and global team of 12 professionals.  Based primarily in Europe and expanding into America, our Internal Audit team reports to the Group CFO with a dotted line to the Audit & Risk Committee. We audit Syensqo operations located in 5 continents, and you will play a crucial role in helping Syensqo achieve its objectives through the execution of the annual audit plan.

 
We count on you for:
Under the supervision of the Internal Audit Manager, you will participate in various audit engagement steps, including preparation, audit fieldwork, and reporting. Your responsibilities will include:

• Audit Planning and Execution:
• Participate in the preparation, execution, and reporting of audit engagements.
• Understand Syensqo activities and identify inherent operational risks.
• Define audit approaches to ensure proper risk mitigation.
• Compliance and Control:
• Ensure the application and deployment of Syensqo policies and procedures.
• Perform tests to verify the effectiveness of risk-mitigating controls.
• Assess risks associated with inefficient or lacking processes and procedures.
• Recommendations and Best Practices:
• Issue value-added recommendations to the Group.
• Contribute to and share best practices across Syensqo.
• Follow up the implementation of action plans resulting from the audits. 
• Continuous Improvement:
• Participate in internal projects aimed at improving audit methodologies and working programs.

 
You can count on us for: 

• A challenging position with an international scope at the heart of our organization.
• Clear learning and career growth opportunities within Syensqo.
• Our Audit department is a talent incubator, empowering auditors to develop leadership skills and advance their careers. After 3 to 4 years, auditors can transition into roles within Finance, Marketing & Sales, Sustainable Development, Supply Chain, and Mergers & Acquisitions.

 
You will bring:
Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Engineering/Science required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• At least 4 to 6 years of professional experience in External Auditing (i.e., Big 4) or Internal Auditing.

Behavioral skills: 

• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization with sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Fluency in English; other languages are a plus (e.g., French, German, Portuguese, Italian).
• A global learner with a drive to understand and adapt to various thinking, learning styles, and cultural profiles.

 
You will get:

• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $90,000  to $113,000 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free language courses (24 languages available)
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

 
Additional information:

• Smart working flexibility
• This position requires availability and willingness to travel up to 30% (including overnight stays) across different time zones.

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.