Internal Control Specialist (m/f/d) - #2241557

BIRKENSTOCK is a global brand which embraces all consumers regardless of geography, gender, age and income. The company is deeply footed on a family tradition of shoemaking that can be traced back to 1774. With around 6200 employees worldwide, BIRKENSTOCK is the largest employer in the German footwear industry. To ensure our quality standards, we produce over 95% of our products in Germany and source more than 90% of our materials and components from Europe. The BIRKENSTOCK Group is headquartered in Linz am Rhein and maintains several locations in Germany, as well as sales offices in Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia.

Join us in shaping the future at our location in Köln as a

Internal Control Specialist (m/f/d)

Your New Pair Of Shoes

• You conduct comprehensive reviews of business processes to identify risks and develop appropriate countermeasures.
• You carefully and thoroughly document control measures.
• You monitor the implementation of these measures and ensure they are effectively applied.
• You communicate potential areas for improvement clearly and convincingly to relevant stakeholders.
• You support the implementation of action plans and actively contribute to the development of relevant policies and procedures.
  
  
  

Your Walk Of Life

• You hold a degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a comparable field.
• You have at least two years of professional experience in auditing, finance, or controlling. Ideally, you already have experience with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) compliance and possess a solid understanding of internal control systems.
• Ideally, you're familiar with SAP software.
• You’re confident in using MS Office applications.
• You have excellent English skills, both written and spoken. Good to very good German skills are a strong plus.
• If you hold certifications such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), that’s a big advantage.
• You stand out through clear, focused communication with a wide range of stakeholders. Taking responsibility and showing initiative come naturally to you. You enjoy working independently, are curious, detail-oriented, and can handle ambiguity with confidence.
  
  
  

We Offer

BIRKENSTOCK offers you all the advantages of a successful, fast growing, global company: dynamic work environment, considerable design freedom, authentic and open corporate culture and excellent development opportunities. Sounds exciting? It is. Our Talent Acquisition team is looking forward to receiving your online application!

Please hand in your application in English.