Global Head of Internal Control

Large Multinational Group in the Industrial Sector is looking for a Global Internal Control Director/Sr Manager based in Madrid. This position operates at the Group level, supporting all global organizations and business units. Involvement extends to financial processes, operational workflows, digital transformation projects, and governance programs across Europe, China, and the Americas.

Functions:

• Develop and maintain a robust Group-wide internal control framework aligned with relevant regulatory standards.
• Lead the annual internal control assessment cycle, including risk identification, control documentation, testing, and remediation activities.
• Coordinate and support management’s internal control self-assessment process across functions and geographies.
• Establish policies, procedures, and governance standards to ensure consistency of internal controls globally.
• Provide guidance to functional and regional teams on process design, risk mitigation, and operational control improvements.
• Monitor the adequacy and effectiveness of financial reporting controls.
• Develop and deliver internal control training for Finance, Operations, IT, Procurement, HR.
• Oversee the integration of internal control requirements in ERP implementations, system enhancements, and transformation initiatives.
• Ensure proper follow-up and closure of internal and external audit findings.
• Provide regular updates, reporting packages, and control dashboards to the Group CFO and Executive Management Team.
• Drive a culture of compliance, accountability, and operational discipline across the Group.

Requirements:

At least 10 years of experience in internal control, internal audit, risk management, or financial governance roles and proven track record in multinational or manufacturing environments.

Derisable professional certifications preferred: CIA,CPA, ACCA, CRMA, or equivalent.

Experience leading cross-functional teams and large-scale process optimisation.

Proficiency with ERP systems (preferably SAP), data analytics tools, and internal control automation platforms.

Strong understanding of end-to-end financial processes: treasury, tax, and reporting.