Internal Control Manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Internal Control Manager based in Netherlands.

This is a high-impact opportunity to strengthen internal controls and risk management within a fast-growing, global financial technology environment.
You’ll conduct comprehensive control reviews, identify key risks, and recommend improvements that support operational and financial integrity.
The role combines internal audit expertise, regulatory readiness, governance, and continuous process improvement.
You’ll work across functions to monitor control issues, drive timely remediation, and reinforce a strong risk and control culture.
Your expertise will contribute to maintaining robust financial reporting controls across business processes and technology environments.
The position offers significant autonomy, international exposure, and the opportunity to operate at the intersection of finance, technology, and digital assets.
It is particularly suited to an experienced controls professional who thrives in complex, fast-paced, and evolving organizations.

• Conduct comprehensive internal control reviews to identify risks, assess control effectiveness, and recommend practical improvements.
• Support regulatory examinations and respond effectively to external audit requests and inquiries.
• Monitor internal control findings, remediation plans, and outstanding actions, working closely with action owners to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain and effectively use Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) systems to support control monitoring and reporting.
• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders across the organization to strengthen risk awareness and promote a robust internal control culture.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal control frameworks, processes, policies, and documentation.
• Support the assessment and maintenance of Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting (ICFR), covering both business/process controls and IT controls.
• Provide clear analysis and recommendations to relevant stakeholders to improve governance, risk management, and control effectiveness.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of professional experience in internal audit, internal controls, or a combination of both.
• Strong working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
• Practical understanding of both business/process controls and IT controls within financial reporting environments.
• Experience in crypto, fintech, financial services, or another closely related industry is highly advantageous.
• Experience working within large publicly listed organizations, as well as high-growth scale-ups or startups preparing for an IPO, is a strong advantage.
• Previous external audit experience is a plus.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, or CISA is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with GRC platforms, with familiarity with AuditBoard considered an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with multilingual capabilities considered an additional asset.
• Strong stakeholder-management and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions in a fully remote environment.
• Ability to operate independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver results without requiring travel.

Benefits

• Fully remote working arrangement, subject to business and team requirements.
• Opportunity to contribute to the future of blockchain, digital assets, and financial technology.
• International working environment with colleagues and stakeholders across global markets.
• Collaboration with highly experienced professionals in a user-focused and relatively flat organizational structure.
• Exposure to complex, fast-paced projects with significant autonomy and responsibility.
• Results-driven environment supporting continuous learning and career development.
• Competitive salary and company benefits.
• Opportunity to develop expertise across internal controls, financial reporting, technology, governance, and risk management.

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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