Senior Internal Controls Auditor – EMEA

About the role

The Senior Auditor Internal Controls EMEA leads internal audit activities across the region, focusing on Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance and alignment with European regulatory requirements. You will oversee audit execution, mentor staff, and ensure internal controls over financial reporting meet US SOX 404 standards and relevant EU directives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and supervise SOX 404 audits for EMEA entities, including walkthroughs, design and operational testing, and remediation tracking.
• Coordinate with external auditors and local finance teams to ensure audit readiness and alignment on testing strategies.
• Evaluate internal controls across financial, operational, and ITGC domains, focusing on order‑to‑cash, procure‑to‑pay, and fixed‑asset processes.
• Identify control gaps, propose risk‑based remediation plans, and oversee their implementation.
• Provide guidance on SOX implications during system implementations and business process changes.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA, CIA, ACCA or equivalent preferred.
• 5–7 years of audit experience, including SOX‑focused roles in multinational environments; Big 4 experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of SOX 404, COSO framework, EU Audit Directive, and IFRS.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project‑management skills.
• Fluent in English and German.

Required skills

• SOX 404 compliance
• COSO framework
• AuditBoard (audit management platform)
• Workiva (audit documentation tool)
• IFRS and EU Audit Directive knowledge