Internal Control Specialist Vendor Operations

ASML Berlin GmbH; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ASML Berlin GmbH is seeking an Internal Control Specialist for Vendor Operations. You will drive SOx Internal Control over Financial Reporting and build robust control frameworks across Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Contract Management, and External Worker Management.

You will partner with the ABS and stakehold ers to design, validate and implement controls, train teams, and address deficiencies in a dynamic global setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with RA/RO (or equivalent).
• 8-12 years of relevant experience in finance or auditing.
• Big Four audit experience or internal control/audit in an international environment.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (COSO, SOx).
• Experience with US GAAP and IFRS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gain an in-depth understanding of business cycles and identify risks and controls.
• Create and maintain an Internal Control Framework for Vendor Operations scope.
• Design, implement, monitor and maintain the SOx control framework for business cycles.
• Provide training and raise awareness of SOx requirements in ABS Vendor Operations.
• Manage internal control and SOx deficiencies and ensure timely resolution.
• Engage with key stakeholders and participate in relevant business projects.

Skills

Complex topics made simple

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Proactive problem solving

Change management

Team player

Education

Master's degree with RA/RO

Tools

COSO framework

SOx control design

Job description

Internal Control Specialist Vendor Operations ASML Business Services

Introduction to the job

As an internal control specialist, you will be connected to ASML’s sectors and you will drive SOx Internal Control over Financial Reporting) compliance and internal control in a dynamic and continuously changing environment.

In this global function, it is your mission to be a trusted advisor who assures compliance, support quality decision-making, drive risk mitigation and thinks in solutions to help ASML reach its full potential. As a business partner, you will work with a variety of stakeholders in and out of the ASML Business Services (ABS) organization.

Role and responsibilities

As an internal control specialist, you will be part of the ABS Vendor Operations department, responsible for Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Contract Management, and External Worker Management. You will report directly to the Business Process Owner of ABS Vendor Operations. Together with other internal control specialists within ABS, you play a key role in designing, validating, and implementing internal control frameworks that mitigate regulatory compliance and business risks across the organization.

In this role, you will:

• Gain an in depth understanding of the business cycles assigned to you and define the relevant risks and controls.


• Create and maintain an Internal Control Framework for complete Vendor Operations Service scope in line principles outlined in ASML’s Internal Control Manual.


• Design, implement, monitor and maintain the SOx control framework for the business cycles assigned to you.


• Provide training and ensure continuous awareness raising of the SOx requirements in ABS Vendor Operations across the first and second lines of defense.


• Manage internal control and SOx deficiencies when/where incurred and ensure that deficiencies are timely resolved by the organization


• Set up and maintain a professional relationship with the key stakeholders within the relevant cycles.


• Define and participate in business projects that impact the internal control and the SOx control framework.

Education and experience

• Master's degree with a completed RA/RO (or equivalent)


• 8-12 years of relevant experience in finance or auditing


• Audit experience at one of the Big Four firms or internal control or internal audit experience in an international environment


• Strong knowledge of and experience with implementing and maintaining internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO, SOx).


• Experience with managing an internal control framework


• Good understanding of Financial Reporting and accounting principles under US GAAP and IFRS


• Knowledge and experience with US GAAP and IFRS is preferred

Skills

Working at the cutting edge of tech, you’ll always have new challenges to solve – and working together is the only way to do that. You won’t work in a silo. Instead, you’ll be part of a creative, dynamic work environment where you’ll collaborate with supportive colleagues. There is always space for creative and unique points of view. You’ll have the flexibility and trust to choose how best to tackle tasks and solve problems.

To thrive in this job, you’ll need the following skills:

• Ability to complex topics simple and transparent


• Combining clear, critical thinking with decisiveness


• Excellent social and effective communication skills


• Being persuasive and able to influence


• Proactive/hands-on attitude


• Ability to overcome barriers for change and to engage others to take action


• Team player mentality

Other information

ASML creates the conditions that enable you to realize your full potential. We provide state-of-the-art facilities, opportunities to develop your talents, international career opportunities, a stimulating and inspiring environment, and most of all, the commitment of a company that recognizes and rewards outstanding performance.

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.