Internal Risk & Controls manager

Internal Risk & Controls manager

We are looking for an Internal Controls Manager to support a large, cross-functional horizontal initiative. Under this initiative, a new Tax Engine is being rolled out across multiple jurisdictions. The Internal Controls Manager will be responsible for monitoring, managing, and driving the implementation of key controls related to the new Tax Engine and its surrounding processes. This role also supports the Senior Program Leader in ensuring the effective execution of the overall program.

The Internal Controls Manager will play a critical role in identifying, designing, implementing, and monitoring relevant internal controls. They will partner closely with various program teams to facilitate collaboration and alignment, identify and manage dependencies, and help mitigate associated risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead independently on high-complexity, strategic, and high-priority end-to-end (E2E) projects.

• Drive a clear vision for the initiative/program, defining business objectives, scope, requirements, and success criteria.

• Maintain a comprehensive overview of internal controls issues across workstreams, and coordinate with stakeholders to define and implement mitigation plans.

• Track and report progress regularly, enabling informed decision-making by leadership.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build action plans that improve business outcomes, customer experience, and internal efficiency.

• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement, develop business cases, and drive implementation.

• Work with business units, corporate, and functional leaders to ensure appropriate resource allocation aligned with headcount and budget constraints.

• Promote best practices in project management methodologies within the department.

• Support annual strategic planning and budgeting cycles.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; an advanced degree or professional certification (eg, CPA, CIA, CISA) is a plus.

• Proven experience managing internal controls in a complex program or transformation environment.

• Strong understanding of tax-related processes and control environments.

• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to interact productively with senior leaders.

• Highly organized, analytical, and comfortable operating with limited supervision.

• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority.

Please send your CV or call Toni to discuss further.
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