The
Risk and Compliance Manager plays a critical role within Xylem's
Americas Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Team and Corporate Internal Controls function. This position is responsible for leading the execution of the regional compliance program, with a strong focus on
SOX compliance, internal controls, and risk management.
As a trusted subject matter expert, this individual partners closely with business leaders, Accounting, Internal Audit, and other cross-functional stakeholders to identify risks, strengthen control environments, remediate deficiencies, and ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements. The role combines hands-on program execution with advisory responsibilities, helping the business continuously improve its control framework.
This is a hybrid position (3x per week in office) based in our Charlotte, NC office.
Risk and Compliance Manager Responsibilities:
- Lead the effective and efficient execution of Xylem's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, ensuring alignment with regulatory and regional requirements.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on risk and compliance matters, supporting the implementation and enhancement of the regional compliance program.
- Advise Americas business units on the adequacy of risk-mitigating controls, and support the development and execution of timely, effective remediation plans for identified deficiencies.
- Partner closely with regional Accounting leadership to design, implement, and improve internal control frameworks.
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, including framework assessments, policy and procedure reviews, operational reviews, vendor and contract reviews, and audits.
- Maintain and update the risk and control matrix, monitoring mitigation efforts and control effectiveness.
- Act as a liaison across departments to support audit, risk, and compliance initiatives, ensuring IT control requirements are well integrated with business priorities.
- Stay current on regulatory developments and industry best practices through ongoing professional development and networking.
Risk and Compliance ManagerQualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Economics) required.
- 5-7 years of relevant experience in Risk Assurance, Internal Audit, and/or External Audit (Big 4 experience preferred).
- 5-7 years of experience in SOX compliance, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR), and PCAOB standards.
- 5-7 years of experience working with regulatory and compliance frameworks, including but not limited to SOX, FCPA, GDPR, and CCPA.
- 2-4 years of experience preparing and communicating compliance results to leadership through clear, effective reporting.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize and communicate complex information.
- Self-motivated, proactive professional with the ability to learn quickly and work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple lines of business.
- Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish or English/French) preferred
Additional Skills & Tools
- Experience with GRC tools preferred.
- Advanced Excel skills required.
- Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA preferred.
Xylem does not provide sponsorship for this position.
The estimated salary range for this position is $125,000 to $145,000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.
