The Global Internal Controls function within PMI maintains close business partnerships with global functions and regional/market management, acting as an advisor assisting management with their responsibility to design, implement and maintain a robust internal controls framework and to comply with internal policies & procedures, through advisory and control localization activities, and ensuring that the corporate GRC application is continuously updated with high quality data-points.
PMI puts Sustainability at the core of its strategy. Our business and sustainability strategies are progressing together with increasing momentum and are subject to evolving and complex reporting regulations. This requires the development of an Internal Controls over Sustainability Reporting (ICSR) program.
The Sustainability IC Manager is responsible for:
- Advising business on the design, implementation and continuous improvement of an internal controls framework over Sustainability Reporting, across all functions and processes which are / will be covered by PMI’s Sustainability Reporting / Non-financial disclosures
-Facilitating the markets in conducting the bottom-up Sustainability risk assessment.
-Being fully aligned and up-to-speed with the evolving ESG regulatory framework, including standards and voluntary disclosures, in partnership with PMI’s Sustainability Compliance stream, which is responsible for regulation monitoring, and contributing to shaping PMI’s voice to consultations and to opportunities to contribute to the ESG regulatory discourse.
-Support the Functions awareness of regulatory expectations relating to the internal control framework over Sustainability Reporting. Advising the Sustainability function, and more broadly all other PMI stakeholders, on all internal controls matters related to Sustainability
-Partnering with the Risk & Assurance function to ensure assurance-readiness of PMI Sustainability Reporting and minimize ongoing compliance efforts.
Principal Accountabilities
Accountability 1: In collaboration with Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and partnering with ESG stakeholders and markets, identify and understand ESG risks and drive the design of efficient and effective internal controls for non-financial disclosures and processes impacting Sustainability Reporting. Facilitate markets in conducting their bottom-up ESG risk assessment, providing insights on key market risks to complement the strategic risk management
Accountability 2: Advise 1st Line on the design of PMI Internal Controls framework over Sustainability Reporting, via a PMI wide, ‘SoX-like’ program, across processes/functions/markets, leveraging PMI GRC technology, including:
-Governance mechanisms over Sustainability Reporting;
-Overall controls over Sustainability Reporting process; and
-Specific controls over Sustainability disclosures, responsive to the risk of material misstatement identified; and
-Partner with the business to support the controls' implementation.
Accountability 3 : Advise 1st Line on the design or redesign of business processes, in response to Sustainability mandates, partnering with the business to facilitate risk identification, controls design and implementation, including fraud deterrence considerations
Accountability 4: Partner with the business to support the optimization of processes and controls on Sustainability (including identification of automation opportunities)
Accountability 5: Promote an efficient and effective internal controls culture in the organization by regularly engaging with internal customers to continuously drive the adequacy of the internal controls framework.
Accountability 6: Support Sustainability IC Senior Manager in preparing the quarterly update for pre-close meetings. Provide changes in the risk landscape including new/emerging risks, key ICSR activities during the quarter.
Accountability 7: Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of rapidly evolving regulations, standards, frameworks and industry practices related to Sustainability reporting & assurance, in partnership with PMI’s Sustainability Compliance Stream, and actively contribute to the IC function capability development in that area.
Skills and Competencies
Competencies
1) Expertise in Internal Controls/Audit/Assurance: knowledge and experience in governance, risk management, internal controls, and general assurance provisioning activities
2) Understanding of ESG Topics: Foundational understanding of ESG-related topics including the various frameworks, standards and evolving regulations, such as Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol, Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), Internal Control Over Sustainability Reporting (ICSR) and Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
3) Relationship Building & Positive Friction: Build an enduring relationship with all stakeholders. Use a data-driven approach to challenge constructively, assimilate different points of view and share your own opinion confidently
4) Change Architect: Guide the team in times of ambiguity and effectively work with internal stakeholders
5) Business Acumen: Deep understanding of the business operation, commercial landscape, regulatory environment, and market specifics
6) Bring Real Insights: Leverage data to bring insights and identify areas of elevated/emerging risks and articulate them clearly.
7) Digital & Technology: Understand all technology-related risks, including data protection, privacy, and impact of using technology.
8) Project Management: Drive, structure, oversee or support key projects and embed new ways of working.
Other Skills
1) Fluent written and verbal English language skills.
2) Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Education
Master degree (e.g. Economics, Mathematics, Finance, Computer Science, etc.)
Post University Professional Certification/Education – examples: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Executive Master Internal/Operational Auditor (EMIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Governance Risk Compliance Professional (GRCP) Certification, etc.
Work Experience
- 5-10 years of experience in (Enterprise) Risk Management, Internal Controls, GRC, Audit, Accounting, Finance, or a combination of the six
- Relevant experience in:
- Digitalization and transformation projects
- Multi-year international / global assignments
What we offer
Our success depends on the men and women who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress!
This position can be based either in London (UK), Krakow (Poland) or Lisbon (Portugal).
Hybrid work is available.
Join PMI and you too can:
Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to experiment and explore. Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
Take pride in delivering our promise to society: to deliver a smoke-free future.
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