Internal Audit Associate

About the role

We are looking for a motivated Global Internal Control Associate to join our Global Internal Controls team based in Prague. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong interest in internal controls, risk management and business processes who is looking to build a career in a global organization.

Working as part of a team of Internal Control professionals, you will help strengthen the company's internal control framework, support compliance with SOX requirements, and promote a strong control culture across the organization. You will collaborate closely with business process owners, Finance teams, Internal Audit and external auditors to drive continuous improvement of our internal control environment.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Support the design, implementation and continuous improvement of the Company's Internal Control Framework.
• Promote a strong internal control culture and risk awareness across the organization.
• Perform regular testing of key internal controls and evaluate the effectiveness of control activities.
• Facilitate compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements by providing guidance to process owners and coordinating an efficient SOX certification process.
• Support the successful deployment and ongoing execution of the Company's Control Self-Assessment (CSA) program across all in-scope entities.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the internal control environment, providing management with meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Support Business Group Compliance teams in implementing and maintaining internal control standards across key business processes, including:
• Record-to-Report
• Procure-to-Pay
• Order-to-Cash
• Inventory Management
• Fixed Assets
• Payroll
• Act as administrator for internal control systems and tools, ensuring data quality and efficient user support.
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify control gaps and recommend practical, risk-based improvements.
• Coordinate and collaborate effectively with Internal Audit and external auditors throughout control testing and audit activities.
• Contribute to global internal control initiatives, process standardization and continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in Internal Controls, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, Compliance or Internal Audit.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand operational processes and associated risks.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across functions and cultures.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience with SOX compliance or internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Previous experience in Internal Audit or External Audi a plus
• Professional accounting or audit certification (CPA, ACCA, CIA or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Knowledge of US GAAP is considered a strong asset.
• Experience with SAP or other enterprise ERP systems.
• Experience working in a multinational organization.

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