Manager, IT Governance & Compliance

Coca-Cola HBC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company is seeking a Manager, IT Governance and Compliance to lead IT General Controls in support of the SOX program. This role requires hands-on leadership, collaboration with IT, Finance and Audit teams, and delivering compliant evidence for audits.

You will drive scoping, risk assessment, documentation, and remediation prioritization across in-scope systems, while leveraging tools like Workiva and AuditBoard to enhance audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Management, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT risk management, compliance, IT audit, or controls implementation.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CISA or similar are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day execution of IT General Controls across in-scope systems.
• Coordinate with control owners and audit readiness for interim and year-end cycles.
• Support scoping, risk assessment and alignment of controls to financial risks.
• Perform quality reviews of ITGC evidence and remediation of issues.
• Serve as primary contact for Internal and External Audit within assigned areas.
• Ensure IT SOX documentation and tooling usage (Workiva, AuditBoard) and standardized templates.

Skills

Compliance reporting

IT risk management

IT auditing

ITGC controls

SAP

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Management, Information Systems

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description Summary: Overview: The Manager, IT Governance and Compliance is responsible for leading the execution of IT General Controls (ITGCs) that support the Company’s SOX compliance program and annual integrated audit. This role ensures controls are appropriately designed, consistently executed, and supported with high‑quality evidence in alignment with SOX and PCAOB expectations. The Manager plays a critical role in sustaining effective compliance operations through disciplined execution, strong partnership, and continuous improvement. This position is designed for a hands‑on leader who thrives in complex environments and can translate regulatory requirements into practical, scalable processes. The Manager partners closely with the Director and Senior Manager, as well as IT leadership, business stakeholders, and Internal and External Audit teams, to maintain effective ITGCs across a dynamic and evolving technology landscape while supporting team development and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership ITGC Execution & Program Management: Oversee day‑to‑day execution of IT General Controls across in‑scope systems. Ensure controls perform timely, operate consistently, and include complete and accurate documentation. Manage execution timelines, coordinate with control owners, and ensure readiness for interim and year‑end audit cycles. Identify opportunities to streamline control execution and reduce manual effort while maintaining compliance integrity. Scoping & Risk Assessment: Support ITGC scoping and risk assessment activities through system‑level risk assessments and identification of in‑scope systems and IT dependencies. Partner with IT, Finance, and business teams to evaluate SOX impact related to new systems, system enhancements, and material technology changes. Assess whether control designs align with financial reporting risks and compliance requirements. Quality Assurance: Perform quality reviews of ITGC execution and supporting evidence prior to audit submission. Validate accuracy, completeness, and adherence to documentation standards. Address execution gaps through direct engagement with control owners to remediate issues in a timely manner. Monitor recurring execution issues or trends and elevate systemic concerns with recommended corrective actions. Control Deficiency & Remediation: Support documentation, root cause analysis, and remediation planning in partnership with IT and business stakeholders. Track remediation efforts through completion and assist with validation of corrective action effectiveness to ensure sustainable resolution. Audit Support: Serve as a primary day‑to‑day contact for Internal Audit and External Audit within assigned scope areas. Coordinate walkthroughs, respond to audit inquiries, and ensure timely delivery of accurate and complete audit evidence. Support productive audit interactions while maintain strong working relationships with audit partners. Documentation & Tools: Ensure accuracy and completeness of IT SOX documentation, including control descriptions, system inventories, IT dependency mappings, and technology process flows. Support consistent use of SOX tools, including Workiva and AuditBoard (Optro), and standardized documentation templates to enhance audit readiness, transparency, and long‑term program sustainability.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Management, Information Systems, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in IT risk management, compliance, IT audit, or controls implementation. Demonstrated experience in implementing IT General Controls and managing compliance processes (e.g., SOX, COBIT). Strong attention to detail with the ability to perform tactical tasks effectively and provide accurate reporting. Ability to collaborate within cross‑functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Hands‑on knowledge of SAP systems, ITGC frameworks, and compliance reporting tools. Professional certifications such as CPA, CISA or similar are preferred.

What We’ll Do For You

Innovation: We embrace a culture of experimentation and innovation, providing you the opportunity to contribute to new, different, or better ways of doing things. Agile Work Environment: We embrace agile with management that believes in removing barriers, so you are empowered to experiment, iterate, and innovate. Industry Leaders: Collaborate with leaders in the industry. Our team is composed of professionals who are experts in their fields, providing an environment where you can learn, grow, and make a significant impact. The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1‑B visa status and other employment‑based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis and must not require The Coca‑Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States. Skills: Compliance Reporting, Detail‑Oriented, Information Technology (IT) Risk Management, Information Technology Auditing, Information Technology General Controls (ITGC), Results‑Oriented, SAP Applications

Pay Range:

United States: 124,000 - 148,000 USD Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Location(s):

United States of America City/Cities: Atlanta Travel Required: 00% - 25% Relocation Provided: No Job Posting End Date: October 2, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what's possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca‑Cola.

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