Manager IT Internal Controls

Job Description

Overview Join the Corporate Accounting team at Waters Corporation as a Manager of IT Internal Controls, where you will lead global efforts to maintain a strong, compliant internal control environment aligned with SOX 404. This role partners cross-functionally with IT, Internal Audit, and business leaders to design, test, and improve ITGC and ITAC frameworks across a dynamic, multinational organization. You will play a key leadership role in driving control effectiveness, supporting audits, and integrating controls for acquisitions in a scalable and forward-looking environment. Responsibilities Lead and develop a team responsible for global SOX control maintenance, testing, and continuous improvement Manage and enhance ITGC and ITAC frameworks, including control design, risk assessments, and updates for system and business changes Plan and oversee IT control testing and audit activities with Internal Audit and external auditors Analyze control deficiencies, perform root cause analysis, and drive sustainable remediation with control owners Develop KPIs, dashboards, and automation to improve control monitoring and reporting Provide advisory support to IT and project teams to embed controls into system implementations and SDLC processes Lead IT control integration for acquisitions, ensuring alignment and successful stabilization Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field; certifications (CIA, CISA, CRISC, CISM, CRMA) preferred 8–12 years of experience in IT controls, IT audit, or IT risk in a multinational environment Strong experience with SOX 404 compliance, including ITGC and ITAC testing and remediation Experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred) and tools such as ServiceNow, SailPoint, Databricks, and Power BI Strong knowledge of IT control areas inclu