Senior Internal Controls Manager

INNIO Group; Waukesha (WI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

INNIO seeks an experienced Senior Internal Controls Manager to design, implement, and strengthen our global SOX and ICFR framework. You will work with Finance, Operations, IT, HR, and procurement to build a robust controls program across a multi-billion-dollar global manufacturing organization.

Join a high-visibility team during a critical build phase, shaping the future state of internal controls while partnering with senior leaders to drive meaningful improvements and ensure audit-ready

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years in Public Accounting, Internal Audit, SOX Compliance, or ICFR.
• Experience supporting public company compliance & familiarity with PCAOB and U.S. GAAP.
• Experience with control testing, sampling, IPE validation, ERP controls, and audit docs.
• IT-dependent controls and ITGCs knowledge preferred.
• Excellent communication with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Strong project management and organizational skills; change leadership.
• Industry experience in manufacturing or capital-intensive environments.
• Ability to collaborate with global colleagues and deliver high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SOX compliance activities aligned with global strategy.
• Guide control owners on design, documentation, and operation with audit-ready evidence.
• Plan and execute SOX walkthroughs; update maps; confirm key controls and samples.
• Test design and operating effectiveness; document results; track remediation.
• Coordinate with IT SOX teams on IT-dependent controls and UARs.
• Partner with stakeholders to redesign processes embedding strong controls.
• Liaise with external and internal auditors during walkthroughs and testing.
• Deliver ongoing training on SOX methodologies and control best practices.
• Support development of scalable internal controls for evolving public requirements.

Skills

SOX Compliance

Internal Controls

Public Accounting

Audit Coordination

Stakeholder Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification

Job description

The INNIO Advantage:

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high-performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression.

INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high-margin services business that delivers long-term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind-the-meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen-ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

At INNIO, we are powering and transforming the future of energy. As a leading energy solutions provider, we are rapidly expanding our global footprint while building the governance, controls, and operational excellence required to support sustained growth. We are looking for an experienced Senior Internal Controls Manager to play a key role in designing, implementing, and strengthening our global SOX and Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) framework.

This is a unique opportunity to join a high-visibility team in the build phase, working directly with senior leaders across Finance, Operations, IT, HR, Procurement, and other business functions. You'll help shape the future state of internal controls while gaining broad exposure across a multi-billion-dollar global manufacturing organization. This role and team structure were discussed during the intake meeting.

Why Join INNIO?

This role offers far more than traditional compliance work. As part of a small team of experienced "player-coach" professionals, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Help build and mature the internal controls infrastructure.
• Partner directly with senior business leaders across global operations.
• Drive meaningful change management initiatives and influence business processes across functions.
• Gain deep visibility into how the organization operates, creating future career growth opportunities.
• Work in a collaborative, global environment where individual contributors are empowered to make significant impact.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and coordinate SOX compliance activities, ensuring alignment with global SOX strategy.
• Guide and support control owners on control design, documentation, and effective operation, ensuring audit-ready evidence.
• Plan and execute SOX walkthroughs, update process maps, confirm key controls, and determine appropriate sample sizes.
• Test design and operating effectiveness of controls, document results, and track remediation of identified deficiencies.Coordinate with IT SOX teams on IT-dependent controls, key report validations, Information Produced by the Entity (IPE) testing, User Access Reviews (UARs), Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) processes, privileged access reviews, and break-glass account monitoring.
• Partner with business stakeholders to assess, redesign, and enhance processes while embedding effective internal controls.
• Liaise with external and internal auditors during walkthroughs, testing activities, and audit requests.
• Conduct regular training sessions and provide ongoing guidance on SOX methodologies and control best practices.
• Support the development of a scalable internal controls environment capable of meeting evolving public company requirements.

What you’ll have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5 or more years of experience in Public Accounting, Internal Audit, SOX Compliance, and/or Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
• Experience supporting public company compliance requirements and familiarity with PCAOB expectations and U.S. GAAP processes.
• Demonstrated experience in control testing, sampling methodologies, IPE validation, ERP report controls, and audit documentation.
• Understanding of IT-dependent controls and IT general controls (ITGCs) preferred.
• Proven ability to communicate complex issues clearly and effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong project management, organizational, and change management capabilities.
• Experience working within manufacturing, industrial, or other capital-intensive business environments preferred.
• Ability to actively engage with global colleagues and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.

What’ll make you stand out:

• Big Four public accounting experience
• CPA certification

Additional Details:

• Location: Waukesha, WI
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• Travel: Up 10% annually, with potential for higher travel (up to 40%) during onboarding (~6 months) and key implementation phases to ensure collaboration with global teams across North America and Europe. Must possess valid U.S. work authorization.
• Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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