New Brands Internal Controls Managerr

Description

The Internal Controls Manager plays a critical role in supporting newly acquired brands as they work toward achieving SOX readiness. This position ensures that a strong internal control environment is established in alignment with The Estée Lauder Companies' overall acquisition strategy.

The role works closely with internal ELC stakeholders and leadership teams of acquired brands to accelerate the adoption of ELC’s Internal Controls Framework. This includes designing and implementing targeted action plans to meet compliance requirements effectively and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the operating model of newly acquired brands and develop a tailored plan to align it with ELC’s Internal Controls Framework.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of internal controls across business processes and IT systems, ensuring compliance and accountability.
• Monitor and manage key internal control metrics to strengthen compliance, track issue resolution, and ensure timely reporting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to promote consistent adoption of ELC internal control standards and processes.
• Coordinate SOX testing calendars, provide status updates, and manage escalations in collaboration with Global Financial Controls, Internal Audit, external auditors, and consultants.
• Deliver training and coaching to control owners and other stakeholders on SOX compliance, internal control responsibilities, and related best practices.
• Design and lead the Management Self Testing (MST) process for newly acquired brands, ensuring accurate execution and documentation of control activities.
• Provide support in identifying and remediating SOX control deficiencies, including guidance on the Management Test of Effectiveness (MTOE), impact assessments, mitigating controls, and remediation planning. Secure formal alignment from brand leadership on remediation timelines and plans.
• Promote continuous improvement by identifying and recommending enhancements to business process controls and IT application controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field

• 7+ years of experience in internal controls, SOX compliance, audit, financial risk, or related areas

• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and financial processes

• Experience in project management and working in dynamic, matrixed environments

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint); Tableau and SAP GRC are a plus

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret complex data

• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

• Experience leading or developing teams is a plus

• Fully bilingual in English and Spanish