Internal Control Manager

Teoxane Laboratories were established in Geneva, Switzerland, in 2003. They are specialized in the design and manufacturing of hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers and dermocosmetics. Teoxane strength is to offer a global patient care. Using its products, practitioners are able to fill all kinds of wrinkles, from the finest to the deepest, to restore youthful volume to the face, and to treat the neck and décolleté, with natural results. The strength of Teoxane is also its human size and independence. Teoxane has a total freedom of thoughts, action and innovation which makes the company unique.

In the frame of the growth of our business, we are looking for a:

Internal Control Manager
 

Remote position Madrid + 50% Travel 

Job Summary:

The Internal Control Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust internal control and governance framework across the group. The role ensures that risks are properly identified, assessed, and mitigated, and that the company operates in full compliance with laws, internal policies, and ethical standards. This function adds value by evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes, contributing to sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and integrity in all company activities.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Internal Control Framework & Governance

• Build and manage a Group-wide Internal Control Framework.
• Define and document key controls for all major processes (P2P, O2C, R2R, Payroll, CAPEX, Inventory, etc.).
• Set clear control ownership, segregation of duties, and approval workflows.
• Support the setup of an Audit Committee and ensure cross-functional governance alignment.

Risk Assessment & Control Review

• Lead annual risk and internal control assessments across all entities and functions.
• Identify gaps, propose mitigation actions, and monitor compliance with policies and regulations.
• Support Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery implementation and testing.

Control Monitoring & Improvement

• Define KPIs to track control effectiveness and compliance.
• Perform periodic reviews of critical processes, documentation, and Segregation of Duties.
• Coordinate internal control reviews and follow up on audit remediation.
• Simplify and standardize processes while maintaining control quality.

Training, Awareness & Ethics

• Promote a strong culture of compliance and accountability.
• Design and deliver training on internal controls, fraud prevention, and governance.
• Work with Legal and HR to embed the Code of Ethics and run anti-fraud/anti-bribery awareness programs.

Internal Audit & Reporting

• Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan.
• Conduct operational and compliance audits, issue findings and track action plans.
• Provide independent assurance on internal controls and governance.
• Report regularly to the CFAO and CEO on risks, maturity control, and progress of remediation.

Governance, Policies & Procedures

• Maintain and update company policies and procedures with process owners.
• Ensure consistent application across entities.
• Support continuous improvement of the internal control framework and audit methodology.

Your profile:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Audit, or related field.
• Minimum 5 of experience in internal audit, internal control, or risk management, ideally in an international organization or audit firm.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks such as COSO (an independent global reference for governance, risk, and control systems).
• Solid knowledge of governance structures, audit methodologies, and risk assessment practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior management and influence without direct authority.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Fluent in English; French a strong advantage, other European languages an asset.
• Available to travel internationally (minimum 50% of time).

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