Internal Audit Project Manager - Decatur or Chicago, IL
This is an exempt level position
Position Summary
The Project Manager supervises the performance of risk-based audits while also performing audits of ADM entities worldwide. This role manages and leads audit staff, reviews and documents audit procedures, evaluates risks, and partners with audit leadership to provide ADM Management and the Board of Directors with objective, accurate, and timely analysis, information, and recommendations.
Job Responsibilities
Supervise and execute risk-based audit engagements across ADM entities.
Lead and manage audit teams on multiple assignments.
Review, assess, and document audit work focused on key business risks and controls.
Train, coach, and develop less experienced audit professionals.
Prepare project evaluations and performance feedback for team members.
Ensure communication and documentation of procedural updates and guidance.
Partner with management to deliver timely audit reports and recommendations.
Required Skills
Understanding of the agriculture industry and/or commodity trading.
Strong verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels.
Leadership, team development, and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong organizational and project management capabilities.
Experience motivating and leading multiple teams.
Microsoft Office proficiency.
Experience with Data Analytics and AI tools.
Ability to climb ladders up to 100 feet high.
Ability to travel approximately 30% globally.
Experience with Data Analytics and AI tools
Education Requirements
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Accountancy or related field with 12-15 hours of accounting coursework; minimum GPA 2.8.
Required Experience
Assistant Project Manager experience or 6-9 years of relevant audit experience.
Desired Experience
Advanced audit leadership experience and development of audit staff.
Experience within agriculture, commodity trading, or related industries.
Preferred: CIA, CISA, or CPA certification and progress toward a second certification or graduate degree.
Assignments and Learning Expectations
Lead audit projects while providing oversight on additional projects.
Supervise and train less experienced leads and staff members.
Establish goals and development plans for direct reports.
Provide quarterly coaching and performance feedback.
Support continuous improvement of audit methodologies and guidance.
Expected Behavioral Competency Performance
Agile Learning/Intellectually Curious
Displays interest to learn and executes direction from ADM Colleagues after initial clarification
Communication
Communicates effectively and efficiently with professionalism to all auditees, including ADM Executive Management
Creative Problem Solving
Possesses ability to assess, solve, and reach conclusion to all problems encountered
Flexibility
Accepts last minute changes in relation to month to month project assignment and audit scopes
Initiative
Performs additional and new assignments with an energetic approach
Integrity
Exemplifies a strict moral and ethical code when working with all ADM Colleagues and Business Partners
Performs under all conditions
Listens to differing viewpoints, provides constructive criticism, and helps all team members feel valued and included
Results Oriented
Focuses on meeting due dates and project deadlines on all assignments
Safety
Demonstrates and enforces safe work habits of ADM Colleagues and Business Partners
Team Player
Volunteers to perform above and beyond assigned work to illustrate a collaborative approach in all facets of the career
Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
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Job Post Date: 08/14/26
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