Philip Morris International

Manager Internal Controls

Philip Morris International • $132K — $165K *
Stamford, CT 06902In-Person
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in Risk Management, Internal Controls, Compliance, Audit, Finance, Accounting, Controllership, or Process Improvement.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
  • Analytical problem solver with a proactive, self-starter mindset.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

  • Enable risk-based decision making by partnering with stakeholders to identify and mitigate business process risks.
  • Lead Internal Controls advisories and support for various in-scope processes, focusing on control design and remediation.
  • Identify and document control gaps, recommending pragmatic remediation actions to strengthen control activities.
  • Coordinate control localization and governance for processes impacted by transitions; ensure that risks and controls are well-documented and audit-ready.
  • Monitor risk landscape changes to drive timely execution of the U.S. Internal Controls plan and communicate impact to stakeholders.
  • Prepare and deliver stakeholder reports for governance routines, detailing emerging risks and quarterly IC activities.
  • Promote a strong risk and controls culture through regular engagement and clear communication with stakeholders.
  • Lead Process Risk Assessments, ensuring consistent risk evaluation and response planning.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and annual bonus based on position level.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401k plan with a generous company match.
  • Wellness benefits and commuter benefits.
  • Pet insurance and generous PTO.
  • Hybrid working model promoting workplace flexibility.
  • Inclusive and diverse corporate culture that values contributions from all employees.
  • Opportunities for personal and professional development within a global business.
Full Job Description
Manager Internal Controls

Your 'day to day':

  • Enable risk-based decision making across the Three Lines Model by partnering with key stakeholders to identify, assess, and mitigate business process risks.
  • Lead Internal Controls advisories / business support for in-scope processes (e.g., L2C, MAA etc.), focusing on control design, remediation, and continuous improvement aligned with PMI Risk & Controls methodology and ICFR/SOX expectations where applicable.
  • Identify, document, and communicate control gaps, issues, and recommendations, including issue evaluation and prioritization; support stakeholders in defining pragmatic remediation actions and strengthening control activities.
  • Coordinate control localization and governance for processes impacted by process transition / standardization; ensure risks, controls, and related artifacts are appropriately documented, maintained, and kept audit-ready, including high-quality updates in OneGRC.
  • Drive timely execution of the U.S. Internal Controls plan by monitoring changes in the risk landscape, aligning plan updates with the U.S. IC team, communicating impacts to stakeholders, and performing quality reviews of IC deliverables.
  • Prepare and deliver clear stakeholder reporting for governance routines (e.g., advisories, pre-close, leadership updates), including emerging risks, quarterly IC activity progress, issues/deficiencies, and key developments (e.g., fraud/theft or exception themes).
  • Promote a strong risk & controls culture through regular engagement with stakeholders-providing clear, factual, easy-to-understand insights that drive ownership and avoid confusion or conflict.
  • Lead Process Risk Assessments (PRA), ensuring consistent risk identification, evaluation, monitoring, and response planning.
  • Support SOX/ICFR remediation efforts and coordinate with auditors and business owners to strengthen controls.
    Contribute to cross-functional initiatives involving governance, process improvement, and technology enablement.

Who we're looking for:

  • 8+ years of experience in Risk Management, Internal Controls, Compliance, Audit, Finance, Accounting, Controllership, or Process Improvement.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
  • Analytical problem solver with a proactive, self-starter mindset.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.


What's nice to have:

  • Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CRMA, EMIA, GRCP, or similar.
  • Experience with SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or other ERP environments.
  • Familiarity with Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) systems.
  • Experience in FMCG/CPG industries and global matrix organizations.


Annual Base Salary Range: $132,000-$165,000

What we offer
  • We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous PTO, and much more!
  • We have implemented Smart Work, a hybrid model of working that promotes flexibility in the workplace.
  • Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We'll empower you to take risks, 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 improve the lives of millions of smokers.


Philip Morris International Inc.'s U.S. businesses are invested in America's future and advancing a smoke-free nation. The businesses are committed to providing the approximately 25 million legal-age consumers who smoke cigarettes with better, smoke-free alternatives and to ensuring the products are marketed responsibly. From PMI's global headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut, and other locations nationwide, PMI U.S. contributes leadership, jobs, investment, and innovation in the U.S. The U.S. businesses employ more than 3,000 people across America and operate product manufacturing facilities, including in Aurora, Colorado, Owensboro, Kentucky, and Wilson, North Carolina. For more information, please visit www.uspmi.com.

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About Philip Morris International

Philip Morris International Careers

Join the global team at Philip Morris International (PMI), a leading international tobacco company dedicated to innovation and transformation in the industry. At PMI, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and leadership development in an environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Work You’ll Do

At Philip Morris International, you will be part of a dynamic team that is focused on leading the transformation of the tobacco industry towards a smoke-free future. Engage in innovative work that pushes the boundaries of what is possible in consumer goods. With PMI, you can contribute to industry-leading projects and utilize cutting-edge technology to make a meaningful impact.

Explore Our Diverse Opportunities

Whether you're looking for an internship, ready to start your career, or an experienced professional seeking a leadership role, PMI offers a range of positions to match your skills and ambitions. Explore job opportunities in various fields including research and development, marketing, sales, finance, and more. Each position at PMI is a step towards a future-proof career in a company that prioritizes innovation and leadership.

Grow and Develop with Us

PMI is committed to the growth of its employees. We offer comprehensive benefits and diversity training programs designed to enhance your professional skills and personal development. Our leadership programs foster an inclusive culture that encourages networking and innovation, ensuring that every team member can achieve their career goals.

Be Part of Our Culture

At Philip Morris International, we believe that our strength lies in our diversity. Our inclusive culture welcomes professionals from all backgrounds, empowering them to bring their unique perspectives to our team. Collaboration and respect drive our collective success, making PMI a rewarding place to work.

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Learn more about Philip Morris International
Size
69,600 employees
Market Cap
$157.8 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$8 billion
Founded
1900
5 Year Trend
+3.3%
Revenue
$28.6 billion
NASDAQ
PM
* Ladders Estimates

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