Junior Internal Controls Specialist (m/f/d)

Overview As one of the world’s leading analytical instrumentation companies, Bruker covers a broad spectrum of advanced solutions in all fields of research and development. All our systems and instruments are designed to improve safety of products, accelerate time-to-market and support industries in successfully enhancing quality of life. We’ve been driving innovation in analytical instrumentation for 60 years now. Today, worldwide more than 10 000 employees are working on this permanent challenge, at over 100 locations on all continents. Responsibilities The Junior Internal Controls Specialist - EMEA & APAC is responsible for supporting the Internal Controls Manager/ Senior Specialist in execution of the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 compliance program including maintenance and preparation of SOX documentation, such as: narratives/process diagrams, control descriptions, risk control matrices, test plans and test results evaluations (including support of and managing the external third-party testing program), development of remediation plans and follow through for implementation.The Internal Controls Specialist is expected to develop working relationships with various levels of management and work together with Finance, IT, Audit and Business Unit professionals to successfully achieve the objectives of the global SOX 404 program.Review process/control documentation, historical audit findings and provide recommendations to improve control structure at entityAssist with controls transitioned from local entities to the business support centerPerform "walkthroughs" with financial process owners as part of Control Certification process including:Assessing design of controls and identify gapsHarmonization of centrally located controlsWork through gaps and support implementation of remediationSupport the global scoping processParticipate in the development of and communication of the SOX testing schedulePreparing process narratives Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience, including Big4 and/or experience with internal controls, internal or external audit.Understanding of US GAAP (preferred) or IFRS is a benefit.Experience in financial controls (SOX 404 or other control framework).Experience with SAP a plusUniversity degree in accounting, finance, or business administration preferred.Fast learner and able to focus on the most important elements in new or ambiguous circumstances in relation to SOX program management and project managementApply understanding of the organization’s technology, systems and data to support SOX process and controls analysis and communicates effectively with business partnersAble to perform in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and participate in multiple projects simultaneouslyExcellent interpersonal and communication skills.Able to build strong business relationship with process and control owners.