Job Description

At Circle K, our mission is simple: we want to make journeys easier and more enjoyable for our customers. We make everyday moments brighter by delivering thoughtful lifts along the way. We make journeys easier by offering fast and friendly service. We get the on-the-go lifestyle – that’s why we take extra steps to brighten peoples’ days and make quick stops easier. We are part of communities across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, helping us grow into one of the world’s leading convenience and fuel retail businesses. We care about our people and our communities, and we look for ways to uplift people first. Wherever your journey’s going, we can help you get there.

Circle K Business Centre is looking for a new colleague to join our team as:

Manager IT Audit

Type of Employment: Permanent
Location: Circle K Business Centre, Riga, Latvia
Visa requirements: A valid work permit from the EU/EEA (relocation assistance is not provided)

THE ROLE 

Reporting to the Senior IT Audit Manager, the Manager IT Audit will play a strategic role within Global Internal Audit (IA) and has a unique opportunity to work with a broad scope on a global team. The candidate will be responsible for contributing to the development of the IT audit plan and managing IT audit and integrated audit engagements, including planning, executing, and reporting on audit projects.

WHAT YOU'LL DO 

• Assist the Senior Manager IT Internal Audit in risk the assessment, annual audit planning and other IA leadership activities/initiatives.
• Plan, lead and complete all audit mandates (including IT General Control and Application Control Audits and Reviews) in accordance with audit standards and frameworks for IT management and governance.
• Ensure findings are practical, actionable recommendations are clearly communicated in audit reports, aligned with the Company’s business strategies and best practices /frameworks and an agreed-upon remedial action plan exist. 
• Plan and perform follow-ups on action plans agreed to in audit reports to ensure the implementation.
• Prepare and present audit reports in a clear and concise manner to management.
• Foster risk and control awareness across the organization by working with management.
• Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with team members, key stakeholders and with external auditors to encourage open dialogue and a collaborative approach to problem solving, continuous improvement, and corporate risk mitigation.
• Continuous improvement of the IT audit methodology framework and working paper templates.
• Build, coach, and supervise IT audit team and contribute to the development of your own and team’s IT technical acumen.
• Develop and manage the relationship with external auditors and coordinate activities regarding their audit and review procedures of ITGCs and IT application controls testing for compliance to SOX/NI 52-109.
• Participate in ad hoc mandates as required (in flight reviews, investigations, etc.)

WHAT YOU'LL NEED 

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance or equivalent.
• Certification in information systems auditing (CISA, CISM, CISSP) or accounting designation (CPA) is required and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is considered an asset.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in the field of IT auditing and 2 years of management experience.

• Candidates require in-depth knowledge and a proven track record of information systems auditing and/or controls auditing gained through on-the-job experience.
• Knowledge of current cybersecurity and IT management/control laws, frameworks, and regulations and experience applying these laws and frameworks in IT reviews.
• Knowledge of current EU regulatory environment including GDPR, PCI DSS, and ISO27001.
• Experience with Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting is required.

• Experience of internal audit in a large public organization or external audit in a Big 6 firm is preferred.
• Experience in the retail industry is desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including comfort with report writing and delivering presentations and training to senior leaders and team members.  
• Professional working proficiency in English.
• Self-motivated to work independently. Manages well through ambiguity and complexity.
• Professionalism, integrity, and sound professional judgment.

• Strong sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship management skills. 
• Strategic thinker, with an agile mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of applications is required.
• Proven analytical skills.
• Experience using data analytics tools is an asset.

Travel Requirements

Ability to engage in limited travel to meet with stakeholders and team members, national and international travel, approximately 5-15%.

WHY WORK WITH US 

• For 5 years in a row, Circle K Business Centre has been awarded 1st place in the ‘CV-Online TOP Employer – International Business Services category.’ 
• Monthly salary starting from 4500 EUR gross
• Work in a global, fast-paced retail organization
• A supportive, ethical, and team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Continuous learning and development
• Competitive benefits package

At Circle K, our culture is shaped by our team members and how we treat each other. Our guiding principles are the core values we live by and inform all our actions and business decisions. You can find them at Circle K Values.

INTERESTED?  

We encourage you to apply by February 18, 2026. The candidates will be reviewed on a continuous basis. 

We are looking forward to your application! 

Circle K Business Centre SIA    

PVN Nr: LV40103511774    

Duntes iela 6, Rīga, Latvija LV-1013