Senior Internal Auditor

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Auditor to join our growing Internal Audit team in Porto. In this role, you’ll play a key part in strengthening our internal control environment and supporting SOX compliance within a NYSE‑listed organization.

Key responsibilities

• Execute SOX 404(b) testing activities across the organization.
• Assess control design and operating effectiveness, identifying gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Perform control testing and documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness.
• Partner with control owners to strengthen control execution and support remediation efforts.
• Prepare clear, concise, and well‑structured audit documentation, including workpapers, testing results, findings, and observations.
• Support coordination with external auditors during SOX testing cycles.
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of Global Blue’s internal control framework.
• Help foster a culture of compliance, accountability, and operational excellence.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2‑3 years of experience in audit, internal controls, or risk management.
• Previous experience within a Big 4 environment is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS accounting standards (US GAAP knowledge is a plus).
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and a quality‑focused mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, international, fast‑evolving environment.
• Fluency in English and legal authorization to work in Portugal.
• Availability to travel up to 10‑20% when required.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, ACCA, or equivalent are a plus.

Required skills

• SOX 404(b) testing
• IFRS accounting standards
• US GAAP (plus)

What we offer

• Employee referral program, team‑building events, and an annual Christmas celebration.
• Additional local benefits and opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Multicultural workplace with colleagues across multiple countries.
• Collaborative, supportive, and forward‑thinking culture.
• Flexible and agile ways of working, promoting work‑life balance.