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 8,500 employees are working on this permanent challenge, at over 90 locations on all continents.

The Director of Internal Controls is responsible for global management and oversight of the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 compliance program for financial reporting and Information Technology general controls (ITGC) including oversight of the maintenance and preparation of clear, detailed and accurate SOX documentation. Responsibilities also include narratives, process diagrams, control descriptions, risk control matrices, test plans and test results evaluations (including managing the external third party testing program). The Director of Internal Controls will recommend improvements in controls and test programs to enhance overall control environment, draft presentations to senior management and the Audit Committee, and develop constructive working relationships with all areas of the business. The Director of Internal Controls manages a global team and reports to the Corporate Controller.

Perform annual risk assessments, materiality determination, scoping, audit planning, regular policy and documentation reviews, manage testing of key controls, and other related matters.
• Obtain buy-in and align scoping decisions and project plans with business process owners, CIO and SAP teams for ITGC controls.
• Primary contact with external auditors regarding SOX matters: obtain alignment on risk assessments, scoping, testing plans and evaluation of identified internal control deficiencies.
• Review and provide guidance on integral policies and procedures that support an adequate and effective system of internal control across the organization.
• Advise management on process improvements to create and enhance internal controls that maximize both effectiveness and efficiencies.
• Partner with Corporate Accounting and Business Finance in assessing new accounting standards from an internal controls perspective. Assess control structure and propose necessary changes under new rules.
• Collaborate with functional teams to understand significant changes in the business and IT environment and assess key controls that impact planned changes in business activities, including implementation of new application systems and controls, key reports, changes in legal entity structures encompassing business acquisitions, mergers and liquidations.
• Lead the development and design of the overall controls testing and testing attributes for identified key controls.
• Develop and provide training to both control owners and external third-party contractors on SOX program and controls testing to ensure testing documentation meets quality standards, results with applicable conclusions.
• Participate in "walk-throughs" with Financial and IT process owners to validate understanding of internal control structure and verify against documentation from as part of Control Certifications submitted by control owners.
• Manage controls testing on in-scope non-SAP financial applications located in Billerica Corporate Accounting (BPC, OneSource, UltiPro, AST, etc.)
• Ensure timely communication of controls testing ensuring findings are adequately escalated to the correct parties and monitored for resolution.
• Initiate and lead close out meetings with Business Finance Management teams to communicate results of controls testing and agree on actions for remediation plans of identified internal control deficiencies.
• Manage and flex own time and that of staff, including outside of normal business hours, when necessary, in order to meet deadlines, maintain progress in accordance with project plans, respond to requests of external auditors and communicate with others outside of time zone.
• Responsible for fee negotiations with third party providers.
• Provide ad hoc reporting as requested such as presentations for Controller Calls in which audience is comprised of worldwide finance.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance required. Master Degree preferred.
• At least one CPA, CIA, or CISA, CFE, CRMA certification required.
• Minimum 10 years work experience in a manufacturing, life-science industry setting with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Advanced proficiency with COSO framework, SOX, PCAOB and related regulations.
• Demonstrated experience managing the full cycle of SOX projects, from planning through reporting.
• Proven successful experience in the design and implementation of internal controls around new businesses acquired, new or enhancements of application systems.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage projects of various sizes and diverse group of stakeholders, including large and diverse teams, third-party consultants.
• Hands on work experience implementing/using SOX control documentation management software such as AuditBoard and Workiva. Hands on SAP work experience strongly preferred.
• Fluency in oral and written English with strong written, computer, interpersonal, analytical, and technical communication and presentation skills including advanced MS Office and SharePoint proficiency.
• Advanced organizational, project management, troubleshooting and problem solving skills with proven ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities.
• Consistently evaluates control, process, and business issues on multiple dimensions; has a broad view and global perspective relevant to the company structure.
• Addresses complex issues in new and unexpected ways to create breakthrough solutions within project management and SOX process management.
• Within the context of SOX 404 controls program, works seamlessly with Control Owners to achieve shared objectives related to process efficiencies, understanding of control activities and risk management; sought out for business advice on process management and controls.
• Welcomes accountability for high-impact decisions and knows when to delegate decisions to build judgment and empower others.
• Uses a risk-based approach focused on continuous improvement: frequently suggests and implements new and improved ways of doing things.
• Builds company support for initiatives and overcomes challenging obstacles to achieve desired results.
• Demonstrates thought leadership in finance standards and practices; applies knowledge to improve the function and company.
• Builds robust, global processes: ensures people, process, and systems contribute to effectiveness.
• Drives organizational focus on process and controls improvement within the context of Global SOX 404 programs and in collaboration with global systems projects.
• Inspires and develops people outside own program and functional areas through informal and formal means.
• Champions and actively promotes better communication, working to break down silos and build collaboration among business teams and SOX 404 teams and management.
• Executive presence and ability to effectively discuss and present complex topics to senior management and work on becoming a trusted partner and advisor by management.
• Highly motivated, self-driven individual who can perform in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven adaptive approach with demonstrated ability to work effectively in a complex global environment, build positive business relationships with all parties, work both independently and within a team.
• Operates at the highest standards of business ethics, honesty, personal integrity, and professionalism.
• Possesses core Finance competencies such as People Management, Collaboration & Teamwork, Influence & Communication, Business Insight, Project Management, Process Improvement, Decision Making, Critical Thinking Analysis, Drives for Results, and Finance Expertise.
• Valid Driver License in good standing issued by resident state and reliable transportation.
• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status required.
• Maintain a valid passport with flexibility for domestic and international travel.
• May be required to pass security clearance investigation.

Bruker Corporation offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and tuition assistance (as applicable).

Bruker is a federal contractor and subject to Executive Order 14042. Under Executive Order 14042, all employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (with limited exceptions for those employees who are unable to be vaccinated due to a medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief). You will need to provide proof of vaccination by submitting a copy of your CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card to Bruker, or obtain a religious or medical exemption, as a condition of employment.

Bruker is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.