IT SOX Lead (Manager)

1420 Bacardi Espana, S.A.; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Bacardi is seeking an IT SOX Lead to drive the IT SOX workstream within the CAA function, partnering with business and external audit teams. The role leads planning, coordination and execution of IT SOX and supports SAP S4 controls development.

You will oversee internal audits of IT systems, build relationships across departments, and lead a team of auditors and specialists. Travel 10–15% is expected; English proficiency required, Spanish a plus.

Formación

• 8+ years’ multinational experience; SAP/S4 Hana experience is a plus.
• Proven SOX IT controls program experience, including scoping, planning, execution, and deficiency evaluation.
• Experience with GRC technology (AuditBoard) and digital accelerators (Power BI, bots).
• Experience with AI/automation in IT controls.
• Internal IT audit across IT risks.
• Strong writing skills to clearly document findings and recommendations.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders across functions in global teams.
• Willingness to travel 10-15% (Barcelona/Manilla).

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage the IT SOX compliance program, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and frameworks.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of IT processes, risks, and controls to assess their effectiveness.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure IT controls meet SOX requirements.
• Implement strategies to improve testing of ITGCs via tools and technology.
• Perform IT scoping for significant systems, reports, and IT dependencies.
• Assist in developing controls for SAP S4 environment.
• Liaise with CAA Prim@s to drive efficiencies through technology.
• Plan, execute and oversee internal audits related to IT systems and processes.
• Develop risk-based audit plans and methodologies; address deficiencies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve audit findings.
• Manage a team of auditors; conduct evaluations and development feedback.
• Communicate findings to senior management; report to audit committees.

Conocimientos

IT SOX leadership

SAP S4 Hana knowledge

SOX IT controls

GRC technology (AuditBoard)

Power BI / digital accelerators

AI/Automation experience

Internal IT audit experience

Strong writing skills

Stakeholder relationship building

Co-source audit models

Travel 10-15%

English proficiency

Herramientas

AuditBoard

Power BI

Descripción del empleo

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

The position of IT SOX Lead for Controls Assurance & Advisory (CAA) is responsible for leading the IT SOX workstream within the Bacardi CAA function, partnering closely with the business and external audit teams. The IT SOX Lead reports directly to the CAA SOX Director, who subsequently reports to the CAA VP. This position is responsible for leading planning, coordination and execution of the IT SOX workstream and fostering relationships with key Prim@s within other business functions to support our goal of driving understanding and operational discipline in controls compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART

YOUR KEY FOCUS WILL BE IT SOX Compliance Oversight

• Lead and manage the IT SOX compliance program, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and frameworks.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of IT processes, risks, and controls to assess their effectiveness.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure that IT controls meet SOX compliance requirements.
• Implement strategies to continuously improve the testing approach for ITGCs via tools and technology.
• Perform IT scoping for financially significant systems, key reports, and IT dependencies.
• Assist in the development of controls as we shift into the SAP S4 environment.
• Liaise with other CAA Prim@s to drive program efficiencies through technology (such as AI, etc.)

Internal Audit Management

• Plan, execute, and oversee internal audits related to IT systems, operations, and processes – including pre-implementation reviews and health checks.
• Develop risk-based audit plans and methodologies to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify deficiencies or gaps in controls, policies, and procedures, and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address audit findings and ensure timely resolution of identified issues.

Team Leadership and Development

• Manage a team of auditors and specialists, providing guidance, mentorship, and support in their professional development.
• Most of staff (below manager) based in Costa Rica or Manilla.
• Foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Conduct performance evaluations, set goals, and provide feedback to enhance team productivity and efficiency.

Stakeholder Communication and Relationship Management

• Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and risk assessments to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with various departments to facilitate the audit process and promote collaboration.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on IT compliance matters, providing guidance and support to internal stakeholders.

Reporting

Prepare reports, summaries, and presentations for senior leadership, audit committees, and external auditors on IT compliance matters.

SKILLS - THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY

• Minimum 8 years’ experience with multi-national companies; SAP experience required, S4 Hana experience is a plus.
• Deep history of experience with SOX requirements in IT and executing on end-to-end programs (scoping, planning, execution, and deficiency evaluation); Big 4 external audit experience preferred
• Experience with GRC technology (i.e. AuditBoard) and other digital accelerators (i.e. Power BI, bots, etc.)
• Experience in leveraging AI/automation is preferred
• Internal audit experience across a range of IT related risks.
• Strong writing skills – clear, concise, impactful – drilling into the issue, root cause, quantification, practical recommendations
• Ability to build strong trusting relationships across all stakeholders, systems, and networks
• Experience working with co-source audit models for Internal Audit
• Able to travel 10-15% -- technology teams located primarily in Barcelona and Manilla
• Proficient in English. Any additional languages are a plus (preferably Spanish).

PERSONAL QUALITIES – SHARE OUR FOUNDER’S PASSION AND ENTREPRENEURIAL FLAIR

• Detail-Oriented: Able to perform accurate and thorough testing and documentation of IT controls.
• Critical Thinker: Applies logic and reasoning to identify potential risks or gaps in controls.
• Proactive: Takes initiative in identifying control deficiencies and process improvements.
• Curious and Eager to Learn Open to new technologies, frameworks, and audit practices.
• Adaptable: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities and systems.
• Collaborative: Works well with cross-functional teams and builds strong professional relationships.
• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance.
• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with.
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become

Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others

People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance

Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others

Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with

Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer

Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Perks of Working for us

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

• Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement: Competitive Pay Package
• Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
• Retirement/Pension Plan
• Health & Wellbeing Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies
• Additional Benefits The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change. Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution. Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.

Join a world-class team. Recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers 2026 We are a family-owned spirits company with more than 160 years and seven generations of heritage. Our portfolio boasts more than 200 brands and labels including icons of today and of tomorrow. You could be part of this legacy.

Are you ready to unleash your potential?

Bacardi is the world´s largest privately-held international spirits company. More than 8,000 people across the globe work toward a common purpose to Make Moments Matter. At Bacardi we are guided by our 3Fs culture of being Fearless, treating each other like Family, and having a Founders mentality. And have plenty of fun along the way!