Internal Controls Manager

Oversee the company's design of its internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) for a U.S.-based multinational public company.
Advise the Company's Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller on internal control topics.Ensure control descriptions are accurately documented in AuditBoard.Optimize control design to support effectiveness and efficiency – identify opportunities to replace manual controls with automated controls or replace detective controls with preventive controls.Directly support the Company's control owners, including Accounting and IT by addressing any questions or concernsLiaison between the Company's Internal Audit function and Accounting or other control ownersCoordinate with External AuditorsProvide project management and oversight to ensure the timely delivery of documentation or support requested for the audit. Follow-up with control owners and escalate with management as needed to ensure adherence to deadlines.Oversee controls related to user access reviews (UAR), separation of duties (SOD), and various exception monitoring controls.Bachelor's degree in accountingCertified Public Accountant10+ years related experience working for a major public accounting firm and/or a multinational public company.Expertise in Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) / Sarbanes Oxley (SOX)Effective written and verbal communication; strong English fluencyManagement experience, including project management and people leadershipExperience with ERP systems and other enterprise software, such as Salesforce, Oracle, Workday, etc.Proactive and design-oriented – the role offers and expects the opportunity to design an optimal control environment, not just maintain the existing controls.Demonstrate a balanced approach to relationships – building a collaborative environment and using influence, while also driving compliance and timely execution.