Internal Control Manager

Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Main functions:

- Execute and perform internal controls of the region:
Including comprehensive reviews of vendor and customer master files, User Access Reviews (UAR), Segregation of Duties (SOD) assessments, and other specified control.
- Design, monitor and enhance control systems:
Develop, update, and optimize internal control narratives, conduct comprehensive compliance assessments, conduct monthly SOX control reviews, and oversee account reconciliations and Balance Sheet reviews to ensure robust and effective control systems.
- Training and Education:
Design and deliver training programs to educate employees and stakeholders on internal controls, compliance, and relevant policies.

Ensure that personnel understand their responsibilities and the significance of internal controls through targeted educational initiatives.
- Audit Support:
Collaborate with the Finance Controller’s team to facilitate both internal and external audit processes.

Support the development and execution of action plans arising from audit findings to ensure prompt resolution of identified issues.
- Tools and Systems Management:
Oversee and manage tools, systems, and technologies related to internal controls and finance processes.
- Process Improvement:
Analyze and standardize regional processes to drive continuous improvement.

Identify opportunities for process enhancements and implement solutions to streamline operations and strengthen control mechanisms.

Qualifications:
Educational Background:

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience and Expertise:

- Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in field of Financial Controls, Internal and/or External Audit, SOX, Complaince (Big 4 Preferred).
- In-depth knowledge of financial and operational risk management principles.
- Systems Knowldege: Blackline, Workvia, ERPs, Excel and Power BI
- Advanced English and Spanish. Proficiency in Portuguese is a plus

Skills:

- Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with a capacity to effectively interact across various business functions.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing areas for improvement.
- Independence and Initiative: Ability to work independently and take initiative in identifying and implementing improvements to internal control systems
- Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance adherence.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for enhancing control effectiveness and efficiency and business processes.

This position can be based in Argentina, Chile or Mexico

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.