internal controller OFFICER

BUCHAREST

ENGIE GBS

Position Summary

The Finance Internal Control Officer supports the continuous improvement and effectiveness of the internal control framework across all financial processes. As part of the second line of defense, this role ensures that financial controls are appropriately designed, implemented, and monitored in alignment with Group policies, internal control standards, and regulatory requirements. The position involves close collaboration with Shared Service Centers, auditors, and finance leadership teams across multiple geographies.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordination with External Auditors (CACs):

Facilitate audit engagements by providing documentation and explanations related to financial controls and ensuring effective communication between auditors and finance teams.

• Self-Assessment Campaign Management:

Lead the internal control self-assessment process for finance-related controls, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely submission. Monitor follow-up on remediation actions.

• Independent Testing of Controls:

Execute independent testing of key financial controls (P2P, O2C, R2R), assess control effectiveness, document findings, and propose corrective measures.

• Segregation of Duties (SoD):

Monitor SoD conflicts within financial systems and processes. Collaborate with finance and IT to resolve conflicts and maintain compliance with Group standards.

• Risk Identification and Mitigation:

Contribute to financial risk mapping exercises, support the identification of key risks, and assist in designing mitigating controls.

• Collaboration with Shared Service Centers:

Partner with finance teams in Shared Service Centers (France, Belgium, Germany, North America, Mexico, Chile, Romania) to ensure consistent internal control practices.

• Process Reviews and Recommendations:

Analyze financial processes to detect control gaps or inefficiencies, and provide recommendations for improving control design and operational effectiveness.

• Reporting and Documentation:

Maintain comprehensive documentation of control activities, testing results, and remediation plans. Provide regular reporting to the Head of Internal Control.

• Experience as a Consultant:

Experience in Audit at Enterprise level with touchpoints in IT, Finance, Procurement, HR, Audit; overall knowledge from each domain is very much desired.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Audit, or related field
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in internal control, financial audit, or risk management (experience in a Big Four firm is a plus)
• Strong knowledge of financial processes and controls (P2P, O2C, R2R, etc.)
• Familiarity with internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Fluent in English; French or other languages are a plus
• Ability to work in a multicultural and international environment