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Senior Internal Auditor

Hormel Foods Corporation

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.

About Hormel Foods —** **_Inspired People. Inspired Food._** **™

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include _Planters_ _®_ _, Skippy_ _®_ _, SPAM_ _®_ _, Hormel_ _®_ _Natural Choice_ _®_ _, Applegate_ _®_ _, Justin’s_ _®_ _, Wholly_ _®_ _, Hormel_ _®_ _Black Label_ _®_ _, Columbus_ _®_ , _Jennie-O_ ® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized on Fast Company’s list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, received a perfect score of 100 on the 2023–24 Corporate Equality Index and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — _Inspired People. Inspired Food._ _™_ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit hormelfoods.com .

RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Leads a team of auditors to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the company’s internal controls and determines compliance with company policies and procedures as well as legal and regulatory requirements through the completion of financial, operational, and compliance audits conducted at all levels and locations of the company’s business.

+ Manages the audit, including the audit preparation and scope, assigning resources and work assignments, providing audit team supervision on-site, coordinating the audit exit meeting, and preparing the Audit Report.

+ Works closely with external auditors regarding SOX, Interim and Year-end testing that is performed by the Internal Audit Department for the benefit of management and our external auditors.

+ Trains and develops audit staff, including Internal Auditors, Associate Internal Auditors, Staff Accountants, and Interns assigned to the Internal Audit team.

+ Develops and modifies audit programs and procedures to assure audit techniques are applied in an effective and efficient manner.

+ Completes control testing of our internal controls and processes in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 legislation.

+ Assists Assistant Director - Internal Audit in risk assessment, audit planning, fraud investigations, as well as special projects as requested by management.

+ Requires up to 25% overnight travel per year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

+ A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.

+ 4+ years of audit experience.

+ CMA, CPA or CIA certification.

+ Ability to lead, manage, and deliver multiple projects on time and within budget.

+ Ability to assess the design and control effectiveness of controls and processes.

+ A pattern of initiative and leadership.

+ Strong analytical, problem solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

+ Ability to think critically and be agile in a fast-paced environment and risk landscape.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

+ Strong computer skills.

+ Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.

+ Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Preferred

+ Operational accounting or finance experience.

+ Working knowledge of Oracle and QAD systems.

+ Familiarity with Tableau.

**LOCATION:** Austin, MN

Pay Range & Benefits:

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $96,000 - $135,000 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

Other components of Hormel Foods’ total compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid vacation, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

For immediate consideration, send apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers

_At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here:_** **_https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/_

_Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status._

**Requisition ID** : 28834

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.