Mission Produce

Mission Produce is the global leader in the worldwide avocado business, with additional offerings in mangos. Since 1983, we have invested in people, state-of-the-art technology, and avocado-specific and ripening infrastructure to expertly serve our customers, growers, and partners in over 27 countries. We own and operate four packing facilities in multiple global locations including California, Mexico, and Peru. Our global distribution network includes 16 forward distribution centers in North America, China, Europe and the Netherlands, which promote company expansion into new territories and categories. Throughout our history, we have remained rooted in honesty, respect, and loyalty to provide a year-round supply of high-quality fruit from field to fork.

JOB SUMMARY

This position requires a proactive, growth-oriented individual who can contribute to the expansion of the Company’s internal audit function. The Senior Internal Auditor will play a key role in supporting the Director of Global Internal Audit in managing the Company’s SOX compliance programs and internal control environment on a global scale. You will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on the business by collaborating with our domestic and foreign subsidiaries to ensure that the Company’s control environment is designed appropriately and operating effectively.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support SOX compliance across all foreign subsidiaries, coordinating with local resources, evaluating control design, and operating effectiveness, and leading annual audit planning and execution.
• Act as a business partner and technical resource for internal departments such as Finance, Accounting, HR, Operations, Sourcing & Procurement, Sales, and Operations.
• Provide internal control expertise and guidance for cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment with SOX and enterprise risk frameworks.
• Build collaborative relationships with international subsidiaries (including locations in Peru, Mexico, Europe, and Guatemala), facilitating control initiatives and regular status meetings and serving as a resource for control best practices and troubleshooting.
• Lead or support the annual SOX scoping and risk assessment process, identifying key accounts, disclosures, and processes.
• Coordinate with external auditors on reliance strategies, walkthroughs, testing, and delivery of Provided by Client (PBC) documentation.
• Monitor and ensure timely fulfillment of audit and testing requests and documentation requirements.
• Administer and maintain the company’s SOX management platforms (e.g., AuditBoard, Workiva), managing user access, workflows, and data integrity.
• Maintain and update process documentation as needed, including flowcharts and control descriptions, to reflect changes in business processes.
• Advocate for and implement automation and technology-driven solutions to streamline compliance processes and improve monitoring effectiveness.
• Support IT on compliance, segregation of duties, user access, and review over SOC reports as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive audit or internal controls experience, including hands-on SOX control design and testing.
• In-depth knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
• Solid understanding of the COSO framework and internal control best practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and implement corrective actions.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Experience at a Big 4 or mid-tier firm preferred.
• CPA, CIA, or CISA licensed or eligible for licensure is a plus.
• Experience with industry-standard automated SOX database software a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, Word, and Visio, with the ability to create, analyze, and troubleshoot spreadsheets and process documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Domestic and international travel approximately 10-15%.

  Pay range: $85,000 to $115,000 per year

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