Internal Control Advisor
Wroclaw, PL, 51-502
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
At Financial Control & Accounting – Region North Europe, you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry, and society at large. As part of the Second Line, you will join a global network of Internal Control advisors, and be a trusted partner to regional and local management. You will promote a strong culture of accountability, risk management, and effective internal control, while fostering adherence to Volvo Group policies, directives, and governance expectations.
Key responsibilities:
- Support management in implementing and continuously improving internal control practices across Region North Europe by providing guidance on VICS requirements, risk assessments, and effective control activities
- Perform internal control assessments based on the annual scope aligned with Group Internal Control, including testing of design and operating effectiveness
- Advise and challenge management on internal control, governance, and compliance matters, including adherence to the Volvo Group Authorization
- Directive, Business Manuals, and other governing documents
- Monitor and support management in the development and execution of sustainable remediation plans for identified control deficiencies
- Contribute to regional and global initiatives focused on enhancing governance, risk management, and internal control practices across the Volvo Group
Who are you?
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- At least three years of experience in Financial Reporting, Internal Control, External Audit, Internal Audit, or other finance, risk, or assurance functions
- Good understanding of internal control frameworks, particularly COSO
- Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards, particularly IFRS
- Ability to assess risks, analyze information, and exercise professional judgment
- Self-driven and proactive mindset, with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across functions
- Willingness to travel occasionally
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken
The following qualifications are considered as an advantage:
- Experience in leveraging data analytics and digital tools to enhance internal control activities
- Experience working in a global shared services or finance competence center environment
- Experience gained in a public accounting or audit firm
- Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA
- Knowledge of Workiva
What’s in it for you?
We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
- A company that values and promotes work-life balance
- A collaborative and supportive environment, where knowledge sharing and continuous exposure to new are encouraged
- Exposure to digital transformation and emerging technologies
- Parking near the office
Dear Candidate, we would like to kindly inform you that the Volvo Group companies in Poland have in place the "Internal Reporting Procedure". If you need more information, please contact us at the email address recruitment.poland@volvo.com.
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Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Group Finance contributes to realizing the vision of the Volvo Group by developing and providing a wide range of expert services from financial planning to accounting, business controlling, M&As, financial reporting and investor relations. With Volvo Group Finance you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who work with passion, trust each other and embrace change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.