Senior Internal Controls Leader – SOX & Compliance (Hybrid)

Tarkett; Solon (OH); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Career growth

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Tarkett North America is seeking an Internal Controls Manager to own and strengthen the internal control environment across the North American organization. You will design, test, and monitor financial and operational controls to ensure compliance with Group and regulatory standards, mitigate risks, safeguard assets, and maintain audit readiness.

The role partners with business units to identify gaps and drive practical improvements, reporting to the Director of Corporate Finance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5-8+ years of progressive experience in internal controls, internal audit, external audit, or related accounting/finance role.
• Strong working knowledge of SOX 404 requirements, COSO framework, and internal control testing methodologies.
• CPA or CIA preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP) and understanding of key financial and operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, documentation, and testing of ICFR across Tarkett NA in line with SOX 404 and Group policy.
• Maintain and update control narratives, RCMs, and documentation for key cycles.
• Plan annual controls testing calendar; coordinate walkthroughs and evidence collection.
• Identify deficiencies, assess root cause, and drive remediation actions to closure.
• Liaise with Group Internal Controls in France to align with global standards and reporting timelines.
• Evaluate control design efficiency with process owners and drive improvements to reduce risk.
• Support rollout of new or updated controls tied to system changes or M&A.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or CIA preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Tarkett North America is seeking an Internal Controls Manager to own and strengthen the internal control environment across the North American organization. You will design, test, and monitor financial and operational controls to ensure compliance with Group and regulatory standards, mitigate risks, safeguard assets, and maintain audit readiness.

The role partners with business units to identify gaps and drive practical improvements, reporting to the Director of Corporate Finance with