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Group Internal Control Manager

D, IE

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

40647

Published date:

03-08-2026

Summary

Title Group Internal Control Manager

Company Smurfit Westrock

Country Ireland

Location Dublin – Group HQ

Function Group Internal Control

About Smurfit Westrock

Smurfit Westrock, a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging, operates in 40 countries with over 500 packaging converting operations and 62 paper mills. We offer an unparalleled portfolio of innovative packaging solutions, ranging from corrugated and consumer packaging to Bag-in-Box® packaging and point- of-sale displays. With the circular economy at the core of our business, we use renewable, recyclable and recycled materials to create sustainable packaging solutions. As a trusted partner to companies across the world, Smurfit Westrock is dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. We are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Overview/Background

This is an opportunity to join the Group Internal Control team at the beginning of the journey of assessment of risks and internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) following the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) listing of the combined Smurfit Westrock organisation. In this challenging role, you will have the chance to help shape and drive the company’s Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) framework, while building relationships with key stakeholders within the business along the way. As such, adherence to deadlines, communication skills and a flexible approach will be vital.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of the Group’s internal control framework. Identify opportunities to increase efficiency and continuously improve the framework

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders across various regions

• Support with queries, identify knowledge gaps and provide training/ guidance

• Contribute to the preparation of the Group financial risk assessment and scoping for SOX

• Contribute to the administration of the quarterly and annual SOX certification processes

• Work closely with the business to ensure key controls are timely identified and embedded in the process, tested, and operating effectively

• Monitor & advise process owners on action plans for remediation of deficient controls on a timely basis

• Perform root cause analysis and design efficient and effective remediation plans

• Work closely with process/control owners to ensure that deficiencies are timely resolved

• Create value for the business by helping to design effective solutions to drive compliance with company policies in an efficient manner & thereby reduce the risk of material financial reporting misstatements

• Contribute to the preparation of periodic reporting to key stakeholders such as senior management

• Assist in developing practical approaches and solutions that address internal control compliance challenges and issues

• Assist to drive change, implement process improvements, and be a valued business partner.

Key Competencies/Qualifications/Requirements

• >7 years of relevant professional experience, including experience in a financial compliance role (with a strong preference for SOX experience)

• Fluent in English, Spanish an advantage

• Able to prioritise, meet deadlines and get the job done

• Able to identify, document and evaluate key financial & business control processes in a global organisation, with a strong understanding of the relationship between risks and controls

• Strong analytical skills

• Strong communication and relationship management skills with key stakeholders within the business

• A proactive & flexible team player - ready and willing to listen and learn in a hands-on environment

• Driven and self-motivated

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Internal Audit Lead

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

40515

Published date:

21-07-2026

Senior Internal Auditor - 12 month FTC

London, UK

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

39259

Published date:

16-06-2026

Summary

Job Advertisement

Title	Senior Internal Auditor (York House, Seymour Street, London W1H 7JT)
Job Description
Bunzl plc is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor. The role will be part of the Global Internal Audit team, which is responsible for providing assurance over the financial & operational control environment of the Bunzl Group to the Audit Committee. The appointee will have the opportunity of joining a FTSE50 international group of companies, with the remit of managing a variety of audits, with substantial responsibility and challenges. Based in London, the role will require international travel (about 40% of the time).
Duties and Responsibilities
Carrying out the audits of businesses effectively and efficiently in accordance with the approach established by the Senior Internal Audit Manager and Head of Internal Audit and Risk. Preparing a plan for the audit of a specific business or function which ensures the controls over all key aspects of the business are reviewed. Preparing working papers supporting the conclusions reached by the auditor for each area of the business audited. Presenting the findings of the work to senior management of the operating company being audited by means of oral presentation and discussion. Presenting the outcome of the audit in an audit report setting out weaknesses in internal control and suggested improvements. Performing follow-up visits and report on action taken by management to address the points identified. Support the preparation of Audit Committee papers and other reports as required.
Required Skills and Experience
ACA / ACCA qualified; University graduate in a recognised and relevant degree subject, minimum of a 2:1. External audit experience (ideally with one of the Big 4); Internal audit experience – a significant asset; Fluent written and spoken English. Fluency in an additional language advantageous (Spanish, Portuguese, French, Germany, Dutch, Mandarin); Data analytics experience a plus (PowerBI); Highly organised, keen attention to detail; Flexibility to travel extensively (i.e. no personal or relevant visa restrictions) in the UK, Europe, South America & Australasia. Comfortable taking responsibility for audits from the planning phase through to reports of the highest quality being issued; Able to communicate effectively (all audit reports are distributed and read by the Board); Able to deal with ambiguity and complexity; Desire and ability to understand ways of working / processes and the curiosity to challenge and improve ways of working; Able to influence and partner senior stakeholders to agree and drive actions to completion; Self-motivated, enthusiastic, energetic and has excellent collaboration and influencing skills in order to be able to demonstrate personal credibility to the business.
About Bunzl
Bunzl plc is a focused and successful international distribution group providing customised solutions to B2B customers. We support businesses all over the world with a variety of products that are essential for customers in the successful operation of their businesses. Bunzl plc was incorporated in 1940 and listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1957, but its origins date back to 1854 when Moritz Bunzl opened a small haberdashery business in Bratislava, now the capital of Slovakia. Today Bunzl is active in 31 countries and organised into four business areas: North America, Continental Europe, UK & Ireland and Rest of the World. The organisation allows the management in each geographical area to have a strong focus on driving organic growth, integrating acquisitions and evaluating acquisition opportunities. The business areas are constantly sharing ideas and practices amongst themselves as they source from a broad group of international suppliers and sell to a diverse base of international customers.

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