Company Overview: Our  Brands. Your Legacy.

Great brands start with the people that make them great. One of the world's leading food companies, General Mills operates in over 100 countries and markets more than 100 consumer brands, including Cheerios, Häagen-Dazs, Nature Valley, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Green Giant, Old El Paso, Progresso, Cascadian Farm, Muir Glen and more. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.A., General Mills had fiscal 2009 global net sales of US$15.9 billion, including the company’s US$1.2 billion proportionate share of joint venture net sales. We seek out the best of the best and give them development, support and the chance to lead something big. If you’re ready to fulfill your potential, consider sharing your talents with the outstanding people of General Mills. You will work with legendary brands, nourish people around the world, and start building your own legacy.

General Mills has long been known for its ability to manage risk and maintain a well-controlled environment.  This distinction has given us great credibility with our stakeholders and has helped us to achieve outstanding business results over time.  Our Global Internal Audit (GIA) team is a key partner within our best-in-class Finance organization, helping us to achieve these results.  We are looking for an experienced IT audit professional to join our GIA team.  Generally after three years in this GIA role, it is our expectation that all who join the GIA team will rotate into the broader General Mills organization, either into the finance or IT organization, depending on experience and personal interests.

Position Description: The primary objective of the IT Audit function within GIA is to validate that the design and operation of the General Mills computer applications and systems are adequately controlled while meeting the appropriate business needs.  To achieve this objective, the Senior IT Auditor will use a risk-based approach to plan and execute application control reviews and IT audits to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls in support of worldwide business operations.  The Senior IT Auditor will identify risks and controls that may impact the integrity of reported financial information, the effectiveness and efficiency of business processes and controls, and/or the achievement of business objectives.  This will include analyzing system design, current operating practices, and policies and procedures; assessing compliance with company standards/policies and laws/regulations; and recommending changes to improve compliance, risk management, and organization/business unit performance.

Accountabilities:

·         Research assigned systems or IT processes prior to application control reviews and audits, lead risk identification and scoping discussions, develop and execute audit procedures, and complete required workpaper documentation.

·         Consult with appropriate personnel throughout application controls reviews and audits to identify and evaluate relevant business and IT issues and to confirm, clarify, or supplement facts obtained during the review.

·         Verbally communicate findings identified during reviews with the audit client and prepare and issue written audit reports.

·         Interact with internal business partners and audit clients by providing recommendations and leading practices to improve control design and operating effectiveness/efficiency, minimize risk, or comply with company policies and legal/regulatory requirements. 

·         Lead communication and coordination with audit clients during application control reviews and audits.

·         Manage the coordination and direction of audit work performed by third parties.

·         Assist with the development of the audit risk assessment and annual internal audit plan.

·         Contribute to the development and implementation of audit methodology changes and complete special projects to improve audit department performance as necessary.

·         Provide guidance and coaching to less experienced team members when designated as the lead auditor and leverage IT audit knowledge when teaming with operational auditors.

·         Identify and pursue development opportunities to learn about new developments and maintain an understanding of leading practices in auditing procedures, IT, accounting regulations, or internal control procedures.

·         Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

·         BA/BS in IT, Finance, or Accounting.

·         Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT/finance and accounting or related area.

·         Experience working with SAP and/or experience auditing SAP preferred.

·         CISA, MBA, CPA or CIA preferred.

·         Understanding of IT auditing techniques, IT processes and controls (change management, systems development lifecycle, information security, IT operations, etc.), and/or business risks and controls.

·         Experience working in multiple operating units/corporate departments and/or public accounting.

·         Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities concurrently, and complete projects on schedule with a high degree of accuracy.

·         Proven analytical and organizational skills.

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills.

·         Ability to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally.