Internal Controls System Specialist Nordics

Sulzer; Vadstena kommun; On-site; SEK 490,000 - 578,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse tasks and varied workdays

Safe working environment

Skilled and supportive colleagues

Comprehensive employee benefits: Enjoy

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking an ICs Specialist to strengthen internal controls and safeguard assets across Nordic operations. You will establish and develop an effective ICS in an international environment, collaborating with finance teams and auditors to ensure compliant processes and high-quality reporting.

The role emphasizes risk identification, control improvements, and IFRS-aligned reporting, with cross-functional training and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in internal controls, audit, finance or risk management.
• Industrial or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office; Tagetik and Qlik Sense are a plus.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop Internal Control System (ICS) for Nordic companies according to group guidelines.
• Ensure Segregation of Duties (SoD), including review and monitoring of critical authorizations in ERP systems.
• Conduct internal controls and audits (reviews, sampling, process analyses, documentation audits).
• Identify financial risks and derive and track appropriate measures.
• Train and consult finance teams on IRC standards, compliance requirements and process quality.
• Preparing reports, audit follow-ups, and management updates.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors.

Skills

English fluency

Education

Master's degree in finance, accounting, business administration

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Tagetik

Qlik Sense

Job description

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About The Role

Want to make a real impact on how risks are managed and how financial performance is reported? As an ICs Specialist, you will work across the organization to identify risks, strengthen internal controls, and drive improvements that safeguard our assets and ensure high-quality financial reporting.

In this role, you will be responsible for establishing and developing an effective Internal Control System (ICS) in an international environment. You will work closely with the Group Internal Control function, finance teams and internal and external auditors, ensuring that processes, controls, and compliance requirements are implemented correctly across the group.

This position is primarily based in Finland. However, for the right candidate, other group locations may be considered. The salary for this position ranges between 3900 – 4600 EUR/month. The final salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s skills and experience.

What You’ll Do

• Developing Internal Control System (ICS) for all Nordic companies according to the group guidelines
• Ensuring Segregation of Duties (SoD), including review and monitoring of critical authorizations in ERP systems
• Conducting internal controls and audits (reviews, sampling, process analyses, documentation audits)
• Identifying financial risks and deriving and tracking appropriate measures
• Training and consulting finance teams on IRC standards, compliance requirements and process quality
• Preparing reports, audit follow-ups, and management updates
• Liaising with internal and external auditors

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in Internal Controls, Audit, Finance or Risk Management.
• Experience in an industrial sector or manufacturing is preferred
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint); Tagetik and Qlik Sense are a plus.
• Fluency in English.

You are a proactive and detail-oriented professional who enjoys balancing risk with business growth. Collaboration comes naturally to you - you build strong relationships across teams and are comfortable influencing stakeholders. If you’re passionate about continuous improvement and have a knack for spotting trends and opportunities, you’ll fit right in.

Sulzer is a global leader in fluid engineering, with two centuries of experience developing innovative products and services that drive sustainable progress — and help our customers build a better world. We provide a secure work environment and quality tools to support your success. Welcome to Sulzer!

What We Can Offer You

• Diverse tasks and varied workdays
• Safe working environment
• Skilled and supportive colleagues
• Comprehensive employee benefits: Enjoy our cultural, fitness, and wellness perks, supported lunches, extensive occupational health care, and a motivating bonus system.
• Training and development opportunities

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.