Internal Control Manager - Motion Us

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As an Internal Controls Manager, you will support our Business Controllers and Country Holding Officer (CHO) to implement and improve our integrated reporting and Internal Controls system. You will be responsible for supporting Business Process Owners, Control Owners and Control Performers with the implementation of global policies and global controls in the country, finding opportunities to strengthen our compliance posture and improve and automate existing controls, driving efficiency gains. In this role, you will also play a key role in the successful execution of Internal Control requirements for the most strategic transformation projects at ABB and Motion, such as our finance transformation program, ERP implementations, mergers, acquisitions and divestments, etc. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and stimulating work environment, where you can grow your skills and contribute to the success of our company.

This position reports to

Sen. Risk & Internal Controls Manager

Your responsibilities

• Develop, implement and continuously improve an effective assurance framework to manage key strategic, operation, financial and compliance risks.
• Drive the implementation of the Motion business and Internal Control strategy, strengthen the overall control framework in the BA and in your country, improve and optimize process and control design and drive compliance with ABB’s Internal Control requirements.
• Support the deployment of Internal Controls derived from our Finance Transformation Program in your country, as well as any other global or BA level projects with impact in the country.
• Set up and lead Internal Control efficiency projects in the country.
• Support business stakeholders, risk owners and local management on the proactive identification of key risks and modification of Internal Controls to align with the risk posture and the business strategy and objectives.
• Ensure the business remains up to date and compliant, providing training/ support to Business Process Owners, Control Owners and Control Performers, as required.
• Liaise with the local External Auditor and supporting the external audit process and any requests from the auditors timely.
• Support and monitor timely execution of all Internal Control activities (process walkthroughs, management testing, quarterly confirmations, and deficiency assessments) as well as internal audit reviews in the country.
• Support the remediation of any control issues, ensuring the root cause analysis, action plans, financial impact assessment, and quality of remediations are done properly and timely.
• Implement any new or updated Internal Control methodology and ABB global controls in the country, in line with ABB’s and Motion’s standards and requirements.
• Implement locally any changes to the Global Segregation of Duties ruleset. Design and implement mitigating controls, as required.
• Implement new controls derived from changes to ABB’s or Motion‘s business processes, structure, operating model, systems landscape, etc.
• Act as a subject matter expert in Internal Controls for key stakeholders in the country (Country Holding Officer, Business Area CFOs and Controllers, Division Controllers, Business Process Owners, Control Owners and Performers).
• Support the business, local divisions and finance professionals managing change and dealing successfully with all ongoing transformation programs and initiatives.
• Enhance the level of transparency, knowledge and maturity in the local business regarding risk and controls and the recognition of the benefits of controls.
• Drive the adherence to and local implementation of all relevant aspects of the ABB Governance Framework, including Corporate and Business Area policies, Authorization tables and the Segregation of Duties framework.
• Drive and support global and local initiatives and projects in Internal Control to drive efficiency and quality.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent qualification and 10 years of experience in Internal Controls, Auditing, Risk management or Compliance, preferably in a multinational company or a Big4 firm OR a Masters degree and 8 years of experience.
• Additional professional qualification equivalent to CPA, CIA, or CISA is an advantage.
• Experience working across a large, complex organization interacting with all functional areas.
• Good business knowledge and hands-on working experience in the area of Internal Control improvements.
• A solid understanding of Internal Control frameworks, such as COSO and COBIT, and international accounting standards, such as IFRS and US GAAP.
• Solid understanding of ERP systems, preferably SAP ECC and S/4 HANA.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence stakeholders both internally and externally.
• A strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Committed to developing and embedding best practice, innovation and continuous improvement.
• A fluent command of English (both spoken and written).
• A willingness to travel occasionally within the country or abroad, as required by the role.
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

More about us

ABB Motion keeps the world turning - while saving energy every day. We innovate and push the boundaries of technology to enable the low-carbon future for customers, industries and societies. With our digitally enabled drives, motors and services our customers and partners achieve better performance, safety and reliability. We offer a combination of domain expertise and technology to deliver the optimum drive and motor solution for a wide range of applications in all industrial segments. Through our global presence we are always close to serve our customers. Building on over 130 years of cumulative experience in electric powertrains, we learn and improve every day.We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at ABBABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veterans status. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdfhttps://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdfAs an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, applicants may request to review the Affirmative Action Plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to US-AskHR@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.