Internal Control Manager

EMEA Recruitment; Hilversum; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EMEA Recruitment seeks an Internal Controls Manager to join a globally recognized business with an international footprint. This newly created role suits a candidate with Big 4 experience who is detail-oriented and proactive with a passion for Internal Controls and Risk Management to add real value to the organization.

You will lead the internal controls framework, assess key processes, build relationships across Finance, Operations, and Risk, and drive continuous improvement while delivering

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in external or internal audit.
• Chartered Accountant and/or CIA certification preferred.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• Fluent in English; ideally another European language.
• Ability to communicate at all levels and collaborate cross-functionally.
• International travel approx. 20–30%.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the Internal Controls framework and annual compliance programme.
• Review key business processes, controls, and documentation across functions.
• Evaluate financial controls including balance sheet substantiation and reconciliation.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, Technology, and Risk.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance and training on Internal Control requirements and best practices.
• Support implementation of Control enhancements amid changes and risks.

Skills

Fluent English

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication at all levels

International travel

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Chartered Accountant

CIA certification

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Internal Controls Manager to join a globally recognized business with a diverse and international footprint.

This newly created role is a unique opportunity for a candidate with Big 4 experience who is detail-oriented and proactive with a passion for Internal Controls and Risk Management to be part of something new and add real value to the organization.

Your duties as Internal Controls Manager will include, although will not be limited to:

• Lead the delivery of the organisation's Internal Controls framework and annual compliance programme
• Conduct reviews and assessments of key business processes, controls, and supporting documentation across multiple functions and entities
• Evaluate financial controls, including the review of balance sheet substantiation and reconciliation processes, to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, Technology, and Risk functions to promote a robust Control environment
• Identify opportunities to strengthen processes, improve Control effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Deliver guidance, support, and training to employees on Internal Control requirements, best practices, and compliance-related matters
• Support the implementation of Control enhancements in response to organizational changes, system developments, and emerging risks

Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience in an external or internal Audit role
• Chartered Accountant and/or CIA certification preferred
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• Fluent in English and ideally one other European language
• Ability to communicate at all levels and have a collaborative approach to work with cross-functional colleagues and external parties
• International travel (approximately 20-30%)

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We welcome all applications regardless of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.