EMEA Internal Controls & Audit Coordinator, Warszawa, Masovian, Poland

Job Title

EMEA Internal Controls & Audit Coordinator

Job Description Summary

To be responsible for the oversight of Asset Services EMEA (AS EMEA) audit programme including the client accounting & supporting operational related controls and processes with a particular focus on cross border and strategic clients across the countries in region.

Act as the focal point for the Client Finance & Property Management controls through establishing a Community of Practice (CoP) through the matrix structure ensuring that the client accounting & property management teams are aligned to sound financial & operational practice and compliant with all reasonable standards, including those set by industry bodies and recognised global accounting standards. Focused on high quality outcomes by developing and documenting robust and proportionate financial & operational controls and adherence to policies (e.g. RICS, GAAP, ISO etc.) through embedding control, testing & audit as core business competencies.

Acting independently of local operations to set goals and key business performance metrics being accountable for protecting the business from risk of financial or reputational loss through a robust and efficient controls system. Through the identification and implementation of key business performance metrics ensures the provision of accurate and insightful Management Information (MI) delivered to the operational business, AS EMEA Leadership and wider senior business stakeholders.

Monitoring and escalation of client finance performance risks and continual monitoring and trend analysis for key performance indicators.

Working with the AS EMEA Client Finance Platform Lead support the agreed central AS EMEA client finance initiatives across all country operations.

Job Description

Conduct internal audits in line with the AS EMEA audit programme
Prepare reports, identify improvement areas, and work with senior management on action plans
Support senior leadership in strengthening internal controls and risk identification
Maintain and update EMEA AS procedures and control framework
Lead ISAE 3402 attestation programme and ensure SOC compliance
Partner with stakeholders across departments to drive best practices and process improvements
Develop KPIs and use MI to monitor performance and operational risks
Support RFI/RFP processes as needed and contribute to new projects and process changes.

Skills & Competencies

Technical

Internal audits & control frameworks
ISAE 3402 and SOC reporting
Data analysis and reporting (Excel, Power BI)
Risk management and process improvement
Knowledge of ISO systems (preferred).

Soft Skills

Strong communication and presentation skills
Stakeholder engagement at all levels
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Ability to manage priorities and coach others
Collaborative and proactive approach.

Qualifications / Experience / Education

Bachelor’s in Business, Accounting or related field
Auditing certifications preferred (CIA, ISO Auditor, etc.)
3+ years in services sector, ideally commercial property
Proven experience in ISAE3402/internal audit/control delivery
Strong MS Excel and Power BI skills
English on minimum B2 level
Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma is a plus.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”