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Full time
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Unlimited
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Immediately
Join an exciting opportunity based in Lisbon, Portugal or Madrid, Spain and be part of the GLS Group ICS team. You will report to the Senior Manager Internal Control in Amsterdam, and have the unique opportunity to work closely with senior management across the entire Group. As a part of International Distribution Services plc, GLS Group is required to comply with UK’s corporate governance requirements (UK SOx). The GLS Group ICS team is responsible for achieving UK SOx compliance by implementing and managing internal controls worldwide.In this role, you will play a key part in implementing UK SOx compliance. This includes not only financial reporting, but also areas in compliance, operations, and non-financial aspects. You will start from the ground up and assist in building and assessing the internal control framework of the Group. This position offers valuable hands-on experience and a chance to shape internal processes and controls from scratch, making it ideal for someone looking to grow in internal controls and compliance within an international environment.
What can you expect with us?
- Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and operational processes
- Conduct regular reviews and audits of business processes to identify potential risks, control gaps, and areas for improvement
- Manage internal control deficiencies when / where incurred and ensure that deficiencies are timely resolved by the organization
- Assist in developing and updating internal control policies, procedures, and documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (such as finance, IT, and operations) to ensure controls are effectively integrated into all processes
- Ensure compliance with UK SOx requirements and other regulatory standards
- Administration and maintenance of the GLS Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) tool
What do you bring to the table?
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Several years of relevant experience in internal control, audit, or a related area
- Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and SOx requirements
- Professional certification (e.g., CIA, CPA) is an advantage
- Familiarity with SAP and AuditBoard is a plus
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically
- Excellent analytical skills with a strong attention to detail
- High ethical standards and integrity in dealing with sensitive and confidential information
- Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments
- Willingness to travel to other GLS locations (approx. 10-15%)
- Fluency in English (C1). Other languages, mainly Spanish or Italian, are a big plus
