IT Audit & Compliance Manager

Symrise; España; Híbrido; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global leader in IT governance and compliance is seeking an IT Audit & Compliance Manager in Barcelona, Spain. This role involves ensuring adherence to IT General Controls, coordinating annual IT audits, and working closely with internal teams and external service providers to maintain compliance. Candidates should have a background in IT compliance or audit, particularly with SAP, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a hybrid work model.

Servicios

Competitive salary & benefits

Private health & life insurance

€15 daily ticket restaurant card

International, innovative team

Formación

• Experience in IT compliance or IT audit, ideally with SAP systems.
• Solid understanding of IT General Controls and relevant compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to explain complex compliance requirements clearly and concisely.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure compliance with IT General Controls.
• Drive IT governance and policy adherence.
• Coordinate annual IT audit activities.
• Monitor service provider compliance.
• Oversee Manage Access and Manage Change processes.

Conocimientos

IT compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Educación

Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or related field

Herramientas

SAP

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

We are looking for an IT Audit & Compliance Manager to strengthen our global IT governance and compliance capabilities. In this role, you will ensure adherence to IT General Controls, oversee compliance in IT‑relevant processes, and coordinate annual IT audit activities. You will work closely with both internal teams and external service providers to ensure compliance with Symrise IT guidelines, safeguard IT systems, and support a culture of governance, risk management, and compliance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with IT General Controls (ITGC):
  • Regularly review IT processes and systems (especially SAP) to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.
  • Implement and monitor control mechanisms to maintain compliance.
  • Conduct internal audits and assessments, with a focus on SAP Governance, Risk, and Compliance.
  • Revise SoD (Segregation of Duties) rules in SAP and support recertification processes.
• Drive IT governance, policy adherence, and internal controls:
  • Monitor, assess, and enforce compliance with IT policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and oversee IT governance frameworks and control structures.
  • Advise departments and leadership on risk mitigation and policy implementation.
  • Promote a culture of compliance through collaboration with stakeholders.
• Coordinate annual IT audit activities:
  • Lead IT‑related year‑end close activities, particularly around SAP systems.
  • Prepare for internal and external audits as part of annual financial statements.
  • Ensure all required documentation and evidence are provided.
• Monitor service providers:
  • Ensure external service providers comply with Symrise processes and policies, with special focus on SAP and systems relevant to financial statements.
  • Conduct regular compliance reviews of provider activities.
• Oversee Manage Access and Manage Change processes:
  • Monitor and optimize access management, ensuring proper documentation and authorization.
  • Oversee change management to ensure all changes are documented, authorized, tested, and implemented securely.
  • Collaborate with IT Risk Management to identify, assess, and mitigate IT risks.

About you

• Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Experience in IT compliance or IT audit, ideally with SAP systems.
• Solid understanding of IT General Controls and relevant compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, able to work across IT, business, and external audit teams.
• Proven ability to explain complex compliance requirements clearly and concisely.

Location

Spain – Barcelona – Join our Data & AI Hub located in Poblenou!

This role follows a hybrid work model.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits
• Private health & life insurance
• Hybrid work model in Poblenou +
• €15 daily ticket restaurant card 🍽
• International, innovative team