Internal Auditor / Internal Auditress

Vitol SA - March 10, 2026

Primary Responsibilities

As a key member of our internal audit team, you will:

  • Conduct and lead internal audits to assess, enhance, and optimize processes related to operations, risk management, controls, and governance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and various stakeholders to evaluate and identify potential risks within different business units.
  • Gather observations and prepare detailed, accurate audit reports that outline findings, recommendations, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Develop strategies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Stay informed about industry best practices and regulatory updates to ensure that the audit process aligns with evolving standards.
  • Provide insights and recommendations for process improvements based on audit findings.
  • Participate in the annual audit planning process and assist in preparing audit committee presentations, including tracking audit action items.
  • Contribute to the development of processes and tools within the audit function.
  • Utilize advanced data analytics to extract meaningful insights and identify trends in financial and operational data.
  • Design and implement data-driven audit procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Competencies

  • Advanced experience in leading internal/external audits, risk management activities, or related fields.
  • Experience engaging at a management level during audit projects.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and take initiative.
  • A strong desire for learning and personal growth.
  • A self-starter with dynamism, drive, and a results-oriented mindset.
  • An affinity for, and some experience with, manufacturing businesses.
  • Career-focused with a strong eagerness to progress within our Group.

Qualifications and Experience

  • A minimum of 4-5 years of internal audit experience gained within a commodity trading company (energy, metals & mining or other commodity trading companies). This is compulsory.
  • An understanding of operational risks associated with physical energy trading, upstream, and downstream operations would be advantageous.
  • Familiarity with the operational infrastructure of a trading company (IT systems, trading platform, back-office systems).
  • Experience in independently resolving problems in a fast-paced, results-oriented trading environment.
  • Experience building data analytics models for audit purposes.
  • Experience in managing teams during audit assignments.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Confident and proactive approach.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Aptitude for gathering, analyzing, and articulating information accurately.
  • A proven track record of working effectively in a team-based environment with a diverse range of colleagues.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with an ability to engage with employees at all levels.
  • Proven capacity to prioritize tasks and maintain confidentiality.
  • Remain calm under pressure.
  • Willingness to travel when required.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Geneva
Country : Switzerland

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