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.

New opportunity based in Billerica MA (hybrid work from home and office model) for a Senior Internal Controls Specialist to support execution of the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 compliance program including maintenance and preparation of clear, detailed and accurate SOX documentation such as narratives/process diagrams, control descriptions, risk control matrices, test plans and test results evaluations (including support of and managing the external third party testing program), develop remediation plans and follow through for implementation.

The Senior Internal Controls Specialist is expected to develop working relationships with various levels of management and work together with Finance, IT, Audit and Business Unit professionals to successfully achieve the objectives of the global SOX 404 program

Develop proficiency of the SOX Tool (Auditboard / SOXHUB) and understanding of the SOX IT program and tools in support of the Manager
• Take the lead on assigned projects, manage deliverables, and develop relevant reports
• Support the global scoping process and specifically communicate with entities regarding the accounts and processes in scope for the internal controls audit
• Participate in the development of and communication of the SOX testing schedule
• Perform "walkthroughs" with financial process owners as part of Control Certification process for entities
• Assist with controls transitioned from local entities to the business support center
• Participate in close-out meetings with local finance management, third-party control testers and agree on remediation for noted deficiencies
• Review of process/control documentation, historical audit findings and provide final gaps report
• Rationalize and walkthrough controls for business support entities including:
  • Completion of control walkthroughs and gaps report
  • Harmonization of centrally located controls
  • Work through gaps and support implementation of remediation
• Propose new ways to address current issues, situations and provides solutions
• Quick to learn and is able to focus on the most important elements in new or ambiguous circumstances in relation to SOX program management and project management
• Proactively apply own knowledge of the business or processes to anticipate issues and initiate preventative actions
• Demonstrate ability to take a stand with peers or management and apply negotiation skills with the ability to constructively influence others' to achieve results
• Partner with business leaders to identify and create value for own business area
• Apply understanding of the organization's technology, systems and data to support SOX process and controls analysis and communicates effectively with the business partners
• Take initiative to share emerging trends and policies and their implications to Bruker from a SOX controls and process perspective.
• Successfully manage complex projects with demanding deadlines and key stakeholders
• Perform in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Perform other duties as required.

• Bachelor degree in accounting or finance. MBA or advanced degree in related field a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years Internal Controls work experience, including a mix of public accounting experience involving internal audit or systems design and implementation within a public company
• CISA, CIA and CPA or progressive relevant controls work experience preferred
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP, financial controls (SOX 404 and COSO framework), leading practices, process analysis and risk assessment
• Prior work experience with SAP preferred
• Excellent oral, written, computer, quantitative, interpersonal communication and presentation skills, including advanced MS Office Suite, Excel, Word, SharePoint. VBA knowledge is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to build strong work relationships between stakeholders and finds ways to forge higher levels of teamwork and collaboration within and between groups
• Strong communicator and listener and effectively gets messages across to the audience
• Organize, analyze, and interpret data, records, and reports. Strong analytical skills and a problem solver
• English fluency with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Additional languages desirable
• Operates with a high standard of ethics, integrity, and professionalism
• Quick to learn and can focus on the most important elements in new or ambiguous circumstances in relation to SOX program management and project management
• Uses knowledge of the business or processes to anticipate issues and initiate preventative actions
• Provides steady guidance, works with ambiguity and seeks additional information for decision-making
• Proven ability to address topics, express viewpoint and collaborate to achieve alignment, consensus, conclusion
• Demonstrates strong negotiation skills and the ability to constructively influence others to achieve results
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage complex projects with demanding deadlines and key stakeholders
• Proven ability to perform in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Advanced organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills with ability to interpret data, records, reports
• Operates with a high standard of ethics, integrity, and professionalism
• Ability to satisfactorily complete position training requirements.

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.

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

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.

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.