Donaldson is committed to solving the world's most complex filtration challenges. Employing innovation and breakthrough solutions, we are advancing filtration for a cleaner world. We look for the best people to help us succeed, offering opportunities to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in our communities. This is a place where you can make a world of difference. Follow Us on LinkedIn: Donaldson is searching for a Senior Manager, Internal Audit that consistently exceeds expectations, who thrives in a challenging workplace, and who can actively contribute to our growing talented team. The individual in this role will play a critical role in helping improve our operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. Internal Audit provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the Company's operations. Our mission is to enhance and protect organizational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance advice and insight. This Senior Manager of Internal Audit will work closely with the European and Asia Pacific Audit Managers and report to the Senior Director of Internal Audit who reports to the Chair of the Audit Committee. Role responsibilities: Manage the daily Internal Audit activity including prioritizing and managing the timely execution of financial, operational, compliance, IT, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) audits to meet the needs and deadlines of key stakeholders Develop and utilize a risk-based audit plan, leveraging Enterprise Risk Management, senior management inputs relating to company objectives and strategies, as well as business process knowledge Collaborate with the European and Asia Pacific Internal Audit Managers to develop and execute the global strategic plan Analyze audit results and perform benchmarking to deliver in-depth assessment results Oversee the completion of work performed on behalf of the external auditors as part of their internal control review and year-end substantive audit Attract, lead and develop team of senior and staff auditors to achieve high engagement, strong team and individual performance, and depth of skills to meet their future career growth opportunities Establish effective relationships with cross-functional partners at all levels of Global, Finance, and Business Unit leadership. This position will work closely in a cross-functional relationship with leadership to analyze and implement financial and operational process improvements. Drive transformation and continuous improvement of our Global Internal Audit Team Provide input on strategic direction for Internal Audit; participate in strategic projects with director input and help redefine department metrics What Will Make You Successful: Ability to drive change and influence others with your passion about operational and SOX audits Demonstrated leadership, communication and collaboration capabilities to become recognized throughout the organization as a reliable and respected resource Creativity and ability to apply critical thinking to redesign existing functions and processes to result in significant performance improvements Self-motivated, highly organized and detail oriented A diligent and effective manager who leads by example, demonstrates strong personal credibility and integrity and mentors a team to achieve high profile and dynamic objectives Thinking critically and methodically about problems and bring a business perspective to the role to be effective and recommend effective solutions Naturally inquisitive and a passion for learning Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field 8+ years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or large multi-national company 4+ years of leading audits or projects and providing guidance to audit professionals in a senior role including task assignment and managing audit del verables Proficiency in U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley 404 In-depth understanding of the integrated audit that considers the relationship between IT/system, financial and operational controls in establishing an effective and efficient internal control environment Preferred Qualifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or related designation Solid understanding of Oracle R12 Understanding of AuditBoard Experience in the Manufacturing industry Experience with data analytics and continuous auditing Ability to travel <20% to U.S. manufacturing plants and international locations Key words: Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, SOX 404, Sarbanes-Oxley, controls #LI-Hybrid Come make a World of Difference! 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