Job Description
Group IT Internal Control Manager - Global PLC
Newly created role
Dublin 3 x per week
Relocation within Europe supported
Low travel
Astrum Search is working alongside a global manufacturer to recruit a Group IT Internal Controls Manager in Dublin. This is a newly created role in a newly formed in-house team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the internal control framework from the ground up and play a key role in driving SOX compliance across this global business.
What you'll do:
1. Support the design and continuous improvement of the Group's internal control framework.
2. Work closely with regional and functional stakeholders to embed key IT controls, ensuring they are properly designed, implemented, and tested.
3. Maintain oversight of the SOX testing programme, identifying opportunities to streamline and improve efficiency.
4. Guide and advise control owners on remediation plans, ensuring timely resolution of deficiencies.
5. Champion the use of data analytics to monitor control performance, detect anomalies, and support better decision-making.
6. Partner with data teams to build dashboards, KPIs, and visual reporting tools to enhance transparency.
7. Lead the integration of AI-driven solutions and digital tools into control processes.
What we're looking for:
8. 7+ years' experience in IT controls, technology risk, internal audit, data analytics, or a related discipline.
9. Strong understanding of SOX, ICFR, and the relationship between risks, processes, and controls.
10. Experience with ERP environments, cloud platforms, cybersecurity concepts, and analytics tools ( Python, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx).
11. Ability to manage deadlines, navigate complexity, and operate with a flexible, hands-on approach.
This is a rare opportunity for a risk & controls professional to be part of a highly visible controls implementation project. The team is growing and there will be significant opportunity to develop and grow your career in this global PLC.
Candidates with the necessary experience looking to relocate to Dublin will be supported.