Senior Auditor Internal Controls EMEA (m/f/d)

Job description

ENABLE your future through light. Excelitas is a global technology leader, focused on delivering market-driven solutions to fulfill the illumination, optical, detection and imaging needs of OEMs and end-users across the biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer products, scientific, security and aerospace sectors. ENGAGE with us today and make your contribution to the future! Join the team that leading technology companies turn to for cutting-edge photonic innovation. At Excelitas Technologies you are how we EXCEL. At our Excelitas site in Feldkirchen, we develop and produce highly complex optomechatronic components, assemblies and systems. Our stated goal is to provide our customers and the end users of our products with the technological prerequisites and the edge they need to achieve long-term success in their respective markets and applications. Our solutions lead, for example, to better medical treatment and more accurate diagnostics, further developments in the market for smartphones and display technology, reliable and robust solutions in the aerospace sector, and the development of completely new applications and areas of application. In addition, the site is the centre of excellence for high-precision mechanics, the assembly of highly specialised components and diamond turning. Position Summary This role leads internal audit activities across the EMEA region with a strong emphasis on Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and regional regulatory alignment. The Internal Supervisory Senior Auditor will oversee audit execution, mentor audit staff, and ensure that internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) meet both US SOX 404 standards and relevant European directives. Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise SOX 404 audits across EMEA entities, including walkthroughs, testing of design and operational effectiveness, and remediation tracking. Ensure alignment with both US SOX requirements and EU statutory audit frameworks. Coordinate with external auditors and local finance teams to ensure audit readiness and alignment on testing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams across geographies. Evaluate internal controls across financial, operational, and ITGC domains, with a focus on regional processes such as order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, and fixed asset management. Help create value for the finance organization by designing efficient solutions to drive operational efficiencies, compliance with company policies, and thereby reducing risk of material financial reporting misstatements. Gain and maintain an understanding of key business processes to assist operations and finance managers in identifying best practices from an internal control perspective. Review audit documentation and findings for quality and consistency with internal methodologies and regulatory expectations. Identify control gaps and operational inefficiencies; propose and oversee implementation of risk-based remediation plans. Support the use of audit tools (e.g., AuditBoard) and contribute to the development of a global internal control testing strategy. Provide guidance on SOX implications during system implementations and business process changes. Deliver training and awareness sessions to regional teams on SOX and internal control expectations and provide professional development for internal audit staff. Prepare and present audit reports and SOX status updates to senior management. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. CPA, CIA, or equivalent European certification (e.g., Wirtschaftsprüfer, ACCA) preferred. 5–7 years of audit experience, including SOX-focused roles in multinational environments; Big 4 experience is a plus. Strong knowledge of SOX 404, COSO framework, EU Audit Directive, and IFRS. Familiarity with audit management platforms (e.g., AuditBoard, Workiva). Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills. Proficiency in English and German. We welcome suitable applications regardless of gender, cultural and social background, age, religion, ideology, disability or sexual identity. Excelitas is seeking leaders and innovators to join our global team! Visit: