Manager IT Internal Controls

Waters Corporation • Milford, MA

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About The Position

Join the Corporate Accounting team at Waters Corporation as a Manager of IT Internal Controls, where you will lead global efforts to maintain a strong, compliant internal control environment aligned with SOX 404. This role partners cross-functionally with IT, Internal Audit, and business leaders to design, test, and improve ITGC and ITAC frameworks across a dynamic, multinational organization. You will play a key leadership role in driving control effectiveness, supporting audits, and integrating controls for acquisitions in a scalable and forward-looking environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field
• 8–12 years of experience in IT controls, IT audit, or IT risk in a multinational environment
• Strong experience with SOX 404 compliance, including ITGC and ITAC testing and remediation
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred) and tools such as ServiceNow, SailPoint, Databricks, and Power BI
• Strong knowledge of IT control areas including access management, change management, and SDLC
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• certifications (CIA, CISA, CRISC, CISM, CRMA) preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team responsible for global SOX control maintenance, testing, and continuous improvement
• Manage and enhance ITGC and ITAC frameworks, including control design, risk assessments, and updates for system and business changes
• Plan and oversee IT control testing and audit activities with Internal Audit and external auditors
• Analyze control deficiencies, perform root cause analysis, and drive sustainable remediation with control owners
• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and automation to improve control monitoring and reporting
• Provide advisory support to IT and project teams to embed controls into system implementations and SDLC processes
• Lead IT control integration for acquisitions, ensuring alignment and successful stabilization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager