Manager, Internal Audit

kdc/one is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) serving many of the world’s most recognized and emerging brands in the beauty, personal care, home care, health, and specialty products industries. Through its integrated end-to-end capabilities spanning ideation, formulation, design, packaging, and manufacturing, kdc/one partners with customers to bring innovative products to market efficiently and at scale.

With a global network of state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, research and development centers, and innovation hubs across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, kdc/one combines world-class technical expertise, operational excellence, and supply chain capabilities to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers around the world.

kdc/one fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. Guided by integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement, the company empowers its people to deliver exceptional solutions and create lasting value for customers worldwide.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Internal Audit, the Manager, Internal Audit is responsible for managing and executing key aspects of the Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) evaluation program, leading internal audit engagements, and supporting the development of enterprise risk management activities. The incumbent contributes to strengthening governance, risk management, and internal control practices throughout the Company by providing independent assurance, practical recommendations, and value-added advisory services.

This position requires a collaborative leader with strong analytical skills, sound professional judgment, and the ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. The successful candidate will work collaboratively as part of the Internal Audit team.

Internal Controls over Financial Reporting

• Coordinate the planning, implementation, and ongoing administration of the key components of the ICFR program, including risk assessment, scoping, documentation, testing, evaluation of deficiencies, and reporting.
• Perform and oversee control testing to assess the design and operating effectiveness of key internal controls.
• Identify control deficiencies, assess their impact, recommend practical remediation plans, and monitor implementation of management action plans.
• Support the integration and alignment of internal control practices for newly acquired entities.
• Advise business process owners on the design, implementation, and documentation of effective internal controls.
• Assist in drafting and updating policies and procedures to address identified control gaps.
• Support management in implementing internal control improvements.
• Coordinate with business units to facilitate an efficient and effective testing process.
• Identify and implement improvements to testing methodologies and procedures in response to changes in controls, regulatory requirements, or opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Coordinate and liaise with external auditors throughout the ICFR assessment process, as required.
• Supervise internal audit staff assigned to ICFR activities.
• Prepare status reports and presentations for review by the Senior Director, Internal Audit.

Internal Audit

• Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the Internal Audit function, including audit methodology, standards, tools, and practices.
• Participate in the development of the risk-based internal audit plan.
• Lead and execute risk-based internal audit engagements from planning through reporting, including operational, financial, compliance, strategic,…