Head of Internal Audit

Company: Kronospan
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Location: Wales
Job Description:

About Us

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.

We are the global leader in the production and distribution of wood products used in everything from furniture and flooring to timber‑framed houses, building facades and construction. In doing so, we help to build a better world.

Kronospan is focused on achieving operational excellence with relentless attention to safety and sustainability.

Head of Internal AuditMain duties and responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor the Internal Audit Team
  • Communicate the audit plan, progress and key findings to the senior management team
  • Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with the audit plan and on time
  • Assign team members to specific audits based on their skills and experience
  • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential areas of risk within the organization
  • Advise management on risk mitigation strategies and improvements to internal controls
  • Ensure effective communication and collaboration between the internal audit team and the business being audited
  • Perform Financial Due Diligence projects for Kronospan’s M&A activities
  • Improve business processes and ensure compliance with Kronospan Policies

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certifications ACCA, CIA, CISA, CIMA.
  • Experience in auditing, risk management, or related fields in an industrial environment.
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
  • Highly resilient and willing to travel more than 75% of the time.

What We Offer

As a highly successful global industrial organisation with strong growth plans, career development opportunities are excellent, and a move to a broader role will not be an obstacle to the right candidate.

We are committed to rewarding achievement with an attractive performance‑based salary package. xwzovoh

The role provides the ideal opportunity for a career with a very successful business that achieves outstanding results.

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Posted: March 12th, 2026