Corporate Compliance Officer (Finance)
As a premier global food provider, the OSI Group partners with the world's leading foodservice and retail food brands to provide concept-to-table solutions that delight consumers around the globe.
Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm, and where you can learn and grow to your full potential. We're looking for individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and who enjoy working as a team to deliver unparalleled service and solutions to our customers.
The salary range posted represents the low and high end of OSI's salary range for this position. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, location, education, skills, experience and performance. Base salary is one component of OSI's overall total rewards package. Other components may include bonuses, special pay programs, comprehensive time off, 401k with match and a full suite of benefit offerings for you and your family.
This role is responsible for coordinating recruiting efforts across assigned locations and /or departments for a variety of administrative through mid-level management positions throughout the organization. Processes job requisitions, sources and evaluates candidates, advises hiring managers, extends offers, coordinates relocations and conducts orientations. Responsible for administering the college relations and Summer Internship Program.
This role is responsible for evaluating, implementing, and managing the company's compliance with regulatory requirements/guidelines, applicable laws, industry standards and internal policies to prevent illegal, unethical, and/or improper conduct within the organization. The Corporate Compliance Officer (CCO) ensures that the organization operates within the applicable legal framework and mitigates potential compliance risks. The CCO will also provide strategic direction on compliance matters, monitor adherence to internal and external standards and report results of the compliance efforts of the organization and CCO's guidance to Senior Management on matters relating to reporting and compliance. The Corporate Compliance Officer, together with the Corporate Compliance Committee, is authorized to implement all necessary actions to ensure achievement of the objective of an effective ethics and compliance program.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
• Job supervises a team, has authority to hire and performance-manage a team.
• Job leads/supervises/manages 1-5 employees.
Compliance Program Development & Management:
• Evaluates, designs, implements, and manages a comprehensive ethics and compliance program that aligns with the company's operational and regulatory needs.
• Ensures compliance with relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, industry standards, and internal policies.
• Develops, initiates, maintains, and revises policies and procedures for the effective operation of the compliance program and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct.
• Manages day-to-day operation of the compliance program.
• Oversees the development of internal compliance procedures and controls, as needed.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Monitors changes in laws and regulations impacting the business and ensure that the company's practices remain in full compliance.
• Oversees reporting obligations to regulatory bodies, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
Risk Management:
• Identifies and assesses compliance risks across various functions and geographies.
• Works with senior management and others, as needed, to establish risk mitigation strategies and monitor their implementation.
Training and Education:
• Strengthens, delivers, and ensures effective compliance training programs for all employees, emphasizing the importance of compliance and ethical behavior.
• Provides ongoing guidance and support to ensure awareness of compliance obligations.
• Develops and periodically reviews and updates the company's Global Business Standards (code of conduct) to ensure continuing currency and relevance in providing guidance to management and employees.
• Collaborates with the Human Resources Department (Training) and others, as appropriate, to manage the compliance training program for all employees emphasizing the importance of compliance and ethical behavior. Ensures appropriate introductory training for new employees and ongoing training for all employees and managers.
Internal Audits & Investigations:
• Audits and monitors the impact of the compliance program and related activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve its effectiveness.
• Leads or oversees internal investigations of potential violations and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborates with other departments (e.g., Human Resources, Privacy, Training, Food Safety/Quality Assurance, Risk Management, Employee Health and Safety, etc.) to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution.
• Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk, develops, and implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues, and provides general guidance to prevent future similar occurrences.
Reporting & Documentation:
• Provides reports on a regular basis and, as directed or requested, keeps the Corporate Compliance Committee, Senior Management, and the Board of Managers informed of the operation and progress of compliance efforts.
• Regularly reports on compliance issues, concerns, and initiatives to GC and Senior Management/Board of Managers, as need or requested.
• Maintains accurate records of compliance-related activities, incidents, and resolutions.
Collaboration:
• Works closely with Legal, Finance, Operations, and other departments to integrate compliance efforts/goals into business operations.
• Consults with the General Counsel, as needed, to support the resolution of complex legal/compliance matters.
• Liaises with external regulatory bodies, industry groups, and legal counsel as needed.
Ethics & Corporate Governance:
• Fosters a strong culture of compliance, ethics, and integrity throughout the organization.
• Advises on corporate governance issues and ensures compliance with best practices and applicable regulations/laws.
Incident Management:
• Acts as a key point of contact for any potential compliance violations or ethics concerns raised by employees, Board members, customers, suppliers or other third parties.
• Oversees the development and implementation of corrective actions and improvement strategies.
• Provides management and resolution of matters reported via the compliance "Make It Right" hotline.
• Institutes and maintains an effective compliance communication program for the organization, including promoting: a) use of the compliance "Make It Right" hotline b) heightened awareness of standards of conduct, and c) understanding new and existing compliance issues and related policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
Experience/Knowledge:
• 10 years of experience in related field is preferred.
• Preferred compliance experience in working for a food or manufacturing company.
• Experience in a progressive compliance, legal, risk management or related field/position.
• Deep understanding of industry-specific regulatory requirements, corporate governance, and risk management practices. DOJ Sentencing Guidelines, among others.
• Proven track record of leading successful compliance initiatives in large, complex organizations.
Skills:
• Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite Products.
• High attention to detail and ability to successfully manage multiple priorities simultaneously. rigorous work ethic.
• Carry the necessary experience, gravitas, and assertiveness to convey the importance of compliance functions across the global organization.
• Ability to work independently to always assure that compliance deadlines are met.
• Strong ethical foundation and commitment to fostering a compliant and transparent work environment. Good judgement and strong ability to make independent decisions.
• Strong organizational, analytical skills and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication sand leadership abilities.
• Ability to work under intensive deadlines.
Preferred Education
• JD or Master's Preferred; Law, Business, or related field preferred
• AAPC's Certified Professional Compliance Officer (CPCO), Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) is a plus.
Work Environment:
• Work is generally performed within a business professional office environment, with standard office equipment available.
• Work conditions are typical of an office environment.
• This role requires 30% domestic travel.
• Position may require the physical agility of lifting up to 15 pounds
• Position may require frequent and/or infrequent of bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, stretching/reaching, use hands or fingers, talk, hear, feel objects, tools, controls, and standing/walking on concrete flooring.
• Position may require the physical ability to stand/walk for Less than 4 hours.
