Internal Control Manager

Amrize; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) pre-tax and Roth savings

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, Dental, Disability and Life

Well-being programs

HSAs & FSAs

Vision benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Parental Leave

Educational Assistance

Dress for your day

Job summary

Amrize is seeking an Internal Control Manager to strengthen SOX compliance, control design, and business process improvements across North America. You will partner with Management, Internal Audit, and external auditors to sustain a robust control environment.

The role requires 10+ years in assurance, CPA/CIA preferred, and deep SOX knowledge. Travel is expected; excellent communication is essential for leadership updates and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in professional assurance (internal audit, internal control, SOX) and/or public accounting with direct US public-company SOX experience.
• CPA, CIA, or other audit-related certification preferred.
• Deep SOX, internal controls, and US GAAP knowledge.
• Advanced Excel and Google Sheets proficiency; SAP knowledge; Workiva and analytics a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and promote standard and consistent business processes and internal controls across all product lines and units.
• Facilitate execution of the Internal Control Plan, engaging stakeholders.
• Perform procedures to assess and validate control design and operating effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement and remediate control gaps with actionable recommendations.
• Support annual Risk Assessment and Internal Control Plan development.
• Provide regular updates and reports to company leadership.

Skills

SOX knowledge

Internal controls

US GAAP

Excel/Sheets

Office/Workspace

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SAP

Workiva

Data analytics tools

Job description

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Estimated Wage Range $120,000 - $155,000/Annually

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Join Amrize as a Internal Control Managerand help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

As part of the Amrize Internal Control team, the Internal Control Manager plays a key role in supporting the Company’s compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, strengthening internal controls, and enhancing business processes. This role serves as a valued resource and trusted advisor to the business on process and control-related matters, helping to sustain a robust and effective control environment.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Develop and promote standard and consistent business processes and internal controls across all Company product lines and business units.
• Facilitate execution of the Internal Control Plan, managing key activities and fostering engagement and commitment of key stakeholders.
• Perform procedures to assess and validate control design and operating effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement, formulating appropriate and actionable recommendations to remediate potential control gaps.
• Support the development of the annual Risk Assessment and Internal Control Plan.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, providing regular updates and reports to various levels of Company leadership.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including Management, Internal Audit, and the external auditor.
• Serve as an educational resource for the broader organization on business process and control-related matters.
• Support or lead ad hoc projects and initiatives, as assigned.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’R LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Field of Study Preferred: Accounting/Finance, or related field

Required Work Experience: 10+ years of experience in professional assurance (internal audit, internal control, SOX compliance) and/or public accounting, with direct US public-company SOX experience

Required Training/Certifications: CPA, CIA, or other audit-related certification preferred

Required Technical Skills:

• Deep technical acumen regarding SOX, internal controls, and US GAAP accounting
• Advanced Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products, especially Excel/Sheets
• SAP knowledge and experience with Workiva and data analytics applications are a plus

Travel Requirements: 25-40% (primarily U.S. and Canada; other international travel possible)

Additional Requirements:

• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit test.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail]. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.