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The ad says“· 8+ years of relevant professional experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Advisory, Internal Controls, Accounting, Financial Analysis, or related functions.”
The ad says“· 8+ years of relevant professional experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Advisory, Internal Controls, Accounting, Financial Analysis, or related functions.”
The ad says“· 8+ years of relevant professional experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Advisory, Internal Controls, Accounting, Financial Analysis, or related functions.”
The ad says“· Knowledge of internal controls and audit practices, including expertise in risk and control frameworks and financial policies and procedures, such as IFRS, US GAAP, SOX, and ICFR.”
The ad says“· Knowledge of internal controls and audit practices, including expertise in risk and control frameworks and financial policies and procedures, such as IFRS, US GAAP, SOX, and ICFR.”
The ad says“· 8+ years of relevant professional experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Advisory, Internal Controls, Accounting, Financial Analysis, or related functions.”
The ad says“· 8+ years of relevant professional experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Advisory, Internal Controls, Accounting, Financial Analysis, or related functions.”
The ad says“· 8+ years of relevant professional experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Advisory, Internal Controls, Accounting, Financial Analysis, or related functions.”
The ad says“· Knowledge of internal controls and audit practices, including expertise in risk and control frameworks and financial policies and procedures, such as IFRS, US GAAP, SOX, and ICFR.”
The ad says“· Knowledge of internal controls and audit practices, including expertise in risk and control frameworks and financial policies and procedures, such as IFRS, US GAAP, SOX, and ICFR.”

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Ferrovial is also leading the development of the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport. Ferrovial shares trade under the ticker symbol FER on two stock markets: Nasdaq in the U.S. (Nasdaq100 Index) and the Spanish Stock Exchanges (IBEX 35). Ferrovial is included in globally recognized sustainability indices such as the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 22,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial’s activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Our Corporate organization oversees business activities, providing strategic planning, communication, legal, finance and human resources services to the business units. As a member of our corporate organization, you will have a broad view of our company, further supporting your career development.

Why Ferrovial?

Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

Mission

Lead, under the guidance of the Head of Internal Audit for the US & Canada, the execution of assurance and advisory activities across Ferrovial’s North American businesses, acting as a trusted business partner in a dynamic and international environment. Assess the reliability of internal information and its alignment with the existing procedural framework. Ensure that Ferrovial’s operational, financial, and management processes are appropriately designed, effectively controlled, and consistently applied across the organization. This role combines technical audit expertise, business acumen, and people leadership to support the company’s continued growth in the infrastructure, construction, and transportation sectors.

Role Duties:

· Lead and execute risk-based internal audits across Ferrovial’s businesses in accordance with the approved audit plan and Internal Audit methodology. Manage the end-to-end execution of engagements covering governance, risk management, internal controls, accounting, financial reporting, project controls, procurement, contract management, capital expenditures, cost management, and other key business processes.

· Identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, mitigate risks, and provide value-added advisory insights to the business.

· Supervise the collection and analysis of information, evaluate identified discrepancies, and discuss findings with business and functional stakeholders.

· Prepare and communicate clear audit conclusions and practical recommendations to senior and executive management, influencing decision-making through concise and actionable business insights.

· Monitor the implementation of agreed action plans and assess the effectiveness of corrective measures.

· Lead, coach, and develop Internal Audit team members. Supervise and review the work performed by internal auditors and external resources to ensure high-quality deliverables and adherence to Internal Audit standards.

· Build and maintain effective relationships with business and functional leadership across a diverse international organization, serving as a trusted advisor while maintaining the independence and objectivity of the Internal Audit function and constructively challenging stakeholders when appropriate.

· Ensure that Internal Audit methodologies, procedures, and documentation standards are consistently applied and kept up to date.

· Support the Head of Internal Audit in the annual risk assessment process, the identification of emerging risks, and the development of the annual audit plan.

· Embrace a mindset of continuous improvement and innovation, enhancing the Internal Audit methodology through digitalization initiatives, advanced analytics, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

· 8+ years of relevant professional experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Advisory, Internal Controls, Accounting, Financial Analysis, or related functions.

· Demonstrated experience leading audit engagements, managing teams, and driving results in complex organizational environments.

· Strong business acumen and a broad understanding of business practices. Experience in infrastructure, construction, engineering, transportation, energy, airports, or other capital-intensive sectors is preferred.

· Strong leadership and people management capabilities, with the ability to develop, mentor, and motivate team members while promoting collaboration, accountability, and high performance.

· Proven ability to communicate effectively and influence senior leadership and executive management, translating complex technical matters into concise and actionable business insights.

· Knowledge of internal controls and audit practices, including expertise in risk and control frameworks and financial policies and procedures, such as IFRS, US GAAP, SOX, and ICFR.

· Knowledge of project accounting, project controls, procurement, contract management, capital expenditure management, and large-scale project environments will be highly valued.

· CPA, CIA, CFA, or other relevant professional certifications are preferred.

· Candidates must be analytical, methodical, organized, proactive, and possess strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to thrive in dynamic business environments and operate effectively in a fast-paced, international organization.

· Ability and willingness to travel up to 30% of the year

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer.  We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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