Head of internal control - Consumer EMEA

As part of the continued strengthening of our Consumer EMEA Finance organization and in support of our US reporting and compliance framework, we are pleased to announce the opening of the role of Internal Controls Manager, Consumer EMEA.

This position reports into the Head of US Reporting & Compliance, Consumer EMEA and plays a critical role in ensuring a strong, consistent, and audit-ready internal control environment across the region.

Role Purpose

The role is responsible for strengthening and monitoring the internal control framework across Consumer EMEA entities, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, SOX requirements, and corporate finance policies.

It operates independently across multiple countries and plants, performing balance sheet reviews, control assessments, and policy governance activities to support reliable US reporting and audit readiness.

Key Responsibilities (Summary)

· Assess and monitor the design and effectiveness of SOX controls across EMEA

· Perform balance sheet and process reviews at plant and legal-entity level

· Identify control gaps and support remediation plans

· Draft, update, and maintain finance policies aligned with corporate standards

· Support internal and external audits, providing documentation and responses

· Partner with Controllership, CoE, FP&A, and plant finance teams

· Support integration and process harmonization initiatives

The role is well suited for colleagues who:

· Have strong experience in accounting, controllership, internal controls, or audit

· Demonstrate solid knowledge of US GAAP and SOX frameworks

· Are comfortable working independently and across multiple countries

· Are willing to travel regularly

· Have strong analytical and reporting skills

· Are motivated to contribute to building a robust and consistent control environment

Why Apply

· Opportunity to play a visible and impactful role in Consumer EMEA governance

· Exposure to senior EMEA and Corporate Finance leadership

· Meaningful involvement in integration and transformation initiatives

· Clear accountability and influence on the region’s control framework

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