Description

Profile :
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIA) preferred.
7+ years of experience in internal controls, auditing, or risk management within a multinational or trading organization.
Strong understanding of financial and operational risk management frameworks.
Exceptional ability to analyze complex data and processes, identify risks, and develop practical solutions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to present findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.
Meticulous in evaluating processes, identifying anomalies, and ensuring accurate reporting.
Effective at building partnerships across departments and influencing without authority.
Demonstrates initiative and accountability, with the ability to guide teams towards compliance and process improvements.
Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adjusting strategies as needed to address evolving business needs
Proficiency in financial and accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
Advanced knowledge of Excel and data analytics tools.
Fluency in Business English
Additional languages are a plus.

Scope and summary of the role
The Group Internal Controller Manager is a strategic partner in driving operational strength and compliance, through his indepth operational understanding and definition of key controls. Reporting to the Chief Tadeflow Officer, the internal control manager plays a cornerstone role in enhancing business efficiency, safeguarding company assets, and driving continuous improvement of internal processes throughout the Group activities.
The role requires an experienced professional with a strong ability to navigate complexity, analyze operations, and work collaboratively across departments to define and maintain the strength of internal controls. This position involves working in a dynamic, multinational environment with complex trading flows, requiring the ability to address diverse regulations, high-stakes financial transactions, and multi-functional collaborations.

Main Responsibilities
Internal Control Framework
Develop, implement, and maintain a robust internal control framework in alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives and compliance requirements.
Be the backbone of internal audit report’s follow up (i.e., supporting the business in implementing corrective actions).
Identify and define key controls that will further secure the operating processes.
Identify control gaps, recommend solutions, and oversee remediation efforts.
Support the business in controls implementation and perform 2nd line controls on tasks performed by other departments.
Help in the future setup of new operating flows.
Develop, update and organize Group policies and procedures, ensure their implementation and monitor its compliance.

Risk Management
Conduct regular risk assessments to identify, assess, and mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks.
Collaborate with business units to establish risk mitigation strategies and monitor their effectiveness.

Process Improvement
Analyze internal processes and workflows to identify opportunities for optimization and standardization.
Partner with relevant stakeholders to implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and control.
Identification and implementation of Group best practice and analytics (e.g. KRI/KPIs)
Be the base of future process automation
Compliance Monitoring
Ensure adherence to company policies, legal regulations, and industry standards.
Conduct periodic audits and reviews to verify compliance across all operational areas.

Reporting and Documentation
Prepare detailed reports on control effectiveness, risk assessments, and audit findings for senior management.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all internal controls and risk management processes.

Stakeholder Collaboration
Act as a liaison between the internal audit team, external auditors, and management to ensure alignment on internal control matters.
Provide guidance and training to teams on internal control best practices.
Assessment and Measurement of Success

Key Performance Indicators:
Effective implementation and improvement of the internal control framework.
Timeliness and accuracy of compliance reports and audits.
Reduction of control gaps and identified risks.
Stakeholder satisfaction and successful collaboration across functions.
This position offers an opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented individual to make a significant impact on the organization's operational integrity and strategic success.