Job’s Purpose 
As a Risk & Control Specialist you will support the Risk & Control Manager in setting up, developing and managing a Risk & Control organization servicing Alfa-Beta. This organization is part of the Business Services Finance department in Europe, which provides professional and high-quality financial services and solutions to our retail brands. The R&C function supports and directs on risks and control objectives and provides insights into control effectiveness, weaknesses and remediation actions. More specific, R&C provides local management with 2nd line assurance over the ICFR/ITGC framework in the three lines of defense controls structure of Ahold Delhaize.

What you will focus on  
1. Risk Management

• Identify relevant risks and control objectives and determine whether there are gaps in the internal control framework, assisting the business to retain a fit-for-purpose controls’ framework
• Act as a business partner by providing advisory services to business managers, supporting them in designing & implementing controls and in the identification of their risks, helping them design actions
• Ensure all controls required by global policies are implemented in the country and are operating effectively
• Support the automation of controls and risk awareness and control mindset at all levels in the company
• Partner with business owners for the design and effective implementation of ESG KPI controls
• Support External and Internal Audit throughout the execution of audit plans

2. Assurance on the Controls’ operating effectiveness

• Provide assurance on the effectiveness of the Internal Control framework for the related operating company
• Discuss control findings with management and suggest/agree on remediation
• Support business owners in performing impact assessments for control deficiencies
• Assist R&C Manager in facilitating the review and discussion of controls and control weaknesses with External /Internal auditor

3. Build and Maintain relationship

• Build and maintain a network of internal and external stakeholders and partners
• Develop and maintain effective relationship with business, discuss control issues and related remediation with business
• Challenge and advise management in mitigation of issues
• Regular and effective reporting and communication with the R&C Manager on status and outcome of the activities

Who we are looking for

• University degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• Master’s degree in Auditing, Finance, MBA or a Professional Qualification (ACCA, CIMA) would be considered an asset
• Work experience of 1-3 years in one or more subjects: external auditing/internal auditing, risk management. Experience in Retail Business (preferred)
• Experience in a business/cross functional team – Combining the collective efforts of individuals within different teams and with different objectives and priorities to create organizational value
• Proven track record of managing and delivering projects
• MS Office suite literacy. Basic SAP understanding
• Excellent command of English 

Your Value  

• Business acumen | emphasis on analytical and conceptual thinking
• Passion for the Customer | focus on in depth customer needs’ understanding & excel at retail
• Results & target orientation | performance driven with a strong sense of urgency, exceptional organizational credibility, and deep understanding of the business
• Stakeholder Management | build relationships – pass your energy forward
• Change Management  |  understand organisational gaps to deliver transformation, continuous improvement, conflict resolution and consensus building
• Authentic Communication | deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner
• Togetherness | value team’s ideas, uniqueness and safeguard belonging

Start your retail journey and live our values of care, teamwork, humor, integrity and courage. 

We care for you 

• Hybrid way of Working
• Free lunch break in our restaurant
• Free parking
• Lifelong learning and development
• Wellbeing Program

A place where everyone belongs 

We strive to be a better place to work where our people reflect the markets we serve, where their voices are heard and valued, they find purpose in their work, and can grow and contribute to their fullest. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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All applications are treated with utmost confidentiality