Job Title: Manager Internal Controls – Band G (ITG Controls)

Location: Hyderabad

At dsm-firmenich we strive to achieve a world where you don’t have to choose between taste, texture, or health - and can enjoy it all. Our innovative ingredients, expertise, and solutions bridge the gap between the delicious, the nutritious, and the sustainable

You will be responsible for:

Group Internal Control department is a separate group within the Group Finance function that provides senior management, the board of directors and regulators with an independent opinion of the effectiveness of Internal Controls and compliance, aiming to safeguard the company’s assets and ensure the reliability of the annual reporting.

The Internal Control Manager IT is based in Hyderabad – India and will support the Internal Controls stakeholders to ensure proper risk mitigation and provides the required assurance and compliance with the company policy and standards and external regulations.

The internal controls manager’s role will contribute to increasing the maturity of the company IT General Computer Controls, support the annual audit and annual reporting and where it is possible supports the automation and digitalization of the manual process.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Drive and manage the internal control IT audit program in line dsm-firmenich Internal Control methodology and timeline, for IT General Computer Controls, automated controls, and system key reports.
• Supervise the Internal controls auditors and coordinates the work with the team from the first line to ensure internal controls compliance.
• Identify control deficiencies, support root cause analyses, and design efficient and effective remediation plans
• Monitor and advice process owners on action plans for remediation of control deficiencies in a timely manner
• Perform the measurement and valuation to define the severity of the internal control deficiency and the impact on dsm-firmenich financials

We Bring:

• Review the walkthrough and design the test of controls and finalize the test plan and coordinate the work with the external auditors.
• Prepare the status of the internal controls testing, remediation action items and coordinate with the director of internal controls for any escalation.
• Work closely with different levels of management and business process owners to ensure that the internal controls are timely identified and embedded in the process, tested and operated effectively.
• Support the business stakeholders with all related internal controls automation, process improvement and business projects that impact the internal controls for the company.
• Support internal control awareness through training and coaching

You Bring:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or information system
• Certified Information System Auditor/ CISA is preferred
• Certified Information Security Manager/ CISM preferred
• Extensive knowledge of cloud computing, SAP S/4 and cyber security resilience is must.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of financial processes
• 10 - 15 years of relevant experience in IT audit
• IT Audit experience at one of the big 4 firms, consulting firm or internal control/internal audit experience in international environment.

Capabilities (technical and non-technical)

• Knowledge and understanding of COBIT and COSO framework
• Strong knowledge of SAP ECC and GRC, S4HANA, HANADB, Oracle EBS, Active directory
• Process mapping skills are preferred
• Strong communication skills
• Able to cope with strict deadlines and to set priorities accordingly Fluent in English, both written and oral

About dsm-firmenich:

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. 
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
 
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. 

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process:

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www. dsm-firmenich.com/careers).

For further information, please contact Teena khan, Talent Acquisition Business Partner (Teena.khan@dsm-firmenich.com)

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement:

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.