Regional Finance Internal Control Manager

Summary

The Regional Finance Internal Control Manager ensures the effectiveness of the internal control framework across entities in the Americas region, supporting compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements. This role drives continuous improvement in financial processes and control monitoring while coordinating with local finance teams and auditors. The manager will implement control testing, remediation plans, and digital tools to enhance control efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Deploy the group finance internal control framework within the region and maintain regional control documentation
• Ensure compliance with Group policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Perform assessment and testing of Finance SSC controls and document results
• Monitor key controls, identify weaknesses, and propose remediation plans
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and support implementation of digital control monitoring tools
• Provide training and guidance to local finance teams and act as primary contact for internal and external auditors
• Support audit preparation and follow-up on corrective actions

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Professional certification (CPA, CIA, CISA) is a plus
• Minimum 5 years of experience in finance, audit, or internal control roles
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and analytical problem-solving skills
• Experience in a multinational environment and ability to manage multiple priorities across cultures
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office; knowledge of data analytics tools is a plus; fluent English