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Internal Control Specialist- CAFR

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Internal Controls Specialist

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a global leader in equipment, tools, parts, and services for the mining and infrastructure industries, with applications in drilling, cutting, loading, tunneling, and quarrying. Proudly ranked among Forbes Top 50 Global Employers.

The Role

The Internal Controls Specialist will lead financial compliance and risk management across the Central Africa Sales Area, ensuring operations remain secure and compliant. Responsibilities include implementing the Internal Controls Framework, conducting risk assessments, process-based risk audits, and leveraging data analytics to strengthen controls and business processes. The position requires deep knowledge of Sandvik’s systems and industry best practices to deliver robust governance, regulatory compliance, and sustainable shareholder value. The role will support territory Finance Managers; Internal control leads and the entire sales area management in ensuring that the Sales Area is compliant with the Sandvik way of working.

The role will be based in any of the CAFR territories, reporting to the Sales Area Business Controller (SABC)/Regional Finance Head.

Essential duties & responsibilities

Internal Controls Leadership

Assisting Finance Managers to develop and maintain a robust internal control framework across the business operations, integrating financial, operational, and compliance controls.
Responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the Risk and Compliance Matrix tool Workiva for the Sales Area.
Assist the territories with implement and monitor internal controls for all business cycles of the business, including policy creation, templates, and compliance procedures.
Lead risk management initiatives, including enterprise risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and business continuity planning aligned with global standards.
Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, Sandvik policies, and the Internal Controls Framework through reviews, audits (using Workiva), and Segregation of Duties (SoD) implementation.
Conduct training on internal controls, compliance, integrity, and mandatory programs (Speakup, Code of Conduct, Limits of Authority, Competition Law, ABC), and monitor training completion.
Ensure ESG compliance and promote sustainability initiatives in line with Sandvik’s core values.
Manage Compliance House self-assessments and report findings to management.
Monitor the screening of business partners by using Trade Express and Proxora tools data analytics.
Monitoring if all capital expenditure projects in the Sandvik Investment Database (SID) are compliant with the Capex policies.
Oversee inventory and fixed asset audits across the business.

Process and System Functions

Assist the SABC with implementation of Digitalisation or automation projects in Finance e.g Basware.
Lead risk-based audits/reviews with a focus on strategic priorities and global compliance mandates.
Evaluate governance structures and provide insights that shape executive decision-making.
Drive fraud prevention strategies and forensic investigations leveraging cutting-edge methodologies.
Deliver comprehensive audit reports that influence governance and Management confidence.

Data Analytics and Digital Transformation

Deploy advanced analytics and AI-driven tools to enable predictive risk management.
Develop real-time dashboards for global compliance monitoring and operational efficiency.
Leverage big data to identify anomalies, optimize cost structures, and enhance profitability.

Process Optimization and Shareholder Value Creation

Implement transformative process improvements that deliver measurable efficiencies.
Ensure compliance with international standards while driving cost management excellence.
Contribute directly to shareholder value through actionable recommendations on strategic governance and operational resilience.
Assisting Finance managers to ensure that local compliance risks are well managed.

What are we looking for?

Holds a degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Business, or a related field, with over 5 years of experience in internal controls, compliance, and risk management.
Proficient in accounting and auditing software and tools such as Power BI, OneStream, Aurora, and Workiva, with strong computer literacy and a solid grasp of financial systems.
Demonstrates excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and perform variance and risk-based analysis.
Deep understanding of accounting standards, financial regulations, and risk management frameworks, with hands-on experience setting up and monitoring internal control systems.
Excellent communication and report writing skills, proactive and self-motivated team player, with prior experience at one of the Big Four accounting firms.
Ideally, the candidate must have experience in the use and review of tools like Proxora, Trade Express, Sandvik Investment Database and the Compliance House tool used by Sandvik.

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Notice Period

Notice period on all positions is 20 working days from date of resignation, unless otherwise agreed to by managers.

How to apply

Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website www.home.sandvik/en/careers

Applications close: 13 December 2025

You must be physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment, including meeting all customer vaccination requirements.

Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer, striving for practices and programs that are bias free and in which employees are treated fairly to ensure fair opportunity with the best outcome for every individual securing no discrimination on grounds including but not limited to, age, gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, language, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. To ensure an inclusive, equitable and diverse work environment where people can develop and perform well, our focus areas are: great leadership, lifelong learning & development, career opportunities & open job market and safe & fair work environment.

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