Internal Controls Manager

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go. **Where is the work:** On-Site (5 days) The Manager, MEA (Middle East and Africa) Internal Controls is a driven, results-focused leader who brings strategic thinking and strong execution to the Global Internal Controls program. This role plays a critical part in supporting the Regional and Global SOX Compliance / Internal Controls leaders via Internal Controls oversight throughout the Middle East entities, fostering education, and strengthening stakeholder relationships. The position centers on developing and maintaining a comprehensive internal control framework, with an emphasis on risk assessment and ongoing process improvements. Responsibilities aim to ensure compliance, enhance operational efficiency, and reinforce sound organizational governance. The ideal candidate is a seasoned internal controls professional with deep expertise in COSO Internal Controls Framework, SEC requirements, and SOX compliance, and a strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP. They will have a proven background in risk-sizing internal controls and continuous monitoring initiatives. Success in this role requires strong collaboration with Regional and Global Finance teams, Internal Audit, and External Statutory Auditors. The candidate must demonstrate exceptional executive communication and presentation skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and the capability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-moving, evolving environment. **Responsibilities:** * Lead the development and continuous improvement of the internal control framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements. * Drive the internal controls strategy to encompass operational finance, reporting, and balance sheet integrity. This includes involvement in the acquisition of new entities and their integration into Trane’s control environment. * Conduct comprehensive reviews of financial processes, including Record-to-Report (R2R), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and Order-to-Cash (O2C), to identify and address control gaps. * Oversee the governance of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accounts are substantiated accurately, completely, and in a timely manner. * Review and enforce controls around balance sheet accounts, focusing on documentation quality, reconciliations, and aging management. * Perform regular risk assessments and maintain risk and control matrices (RCMs) to ensure effective monitoring and financial reporting integrity. * Design and implement a mix of preventive, detective, and automated controls to enhance the overall control environment. * Act as the primary owner for addressing control deficiencies, including findings from internal audits, SOX compliance, and self-identified gaps. * Lead root cause analysis efforts and develop sustainable remediation plans with clear accountability for implementation. * Serve as the internal controls subject matter expert in the region and be the main liaison for internal controls initiatives, collaborating with Finance leadership, Internal Audit, and external auditors. * Establish governance routines for ongoing control monitoring, certification, and reporting of any identified deficiencies. * Promote standardization of policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and control documentation across various regions and business units. * Identify opportunities for control automation and optimization, leveraging ERP systems and digital tools to enhance efficiency. * Ensure audit readiness by maintaining high-quality documentation and facilitating control walkthroughs and testing processes. * Develop and present the results and actionable insights to senior leadership, supporting informed decision-making and strategic planning. **Professional Skills:** * Ability to analyse complex financial processes and identify control gaps effectively. * Proficiency in conducting comprehensive risk assessments and maintaining risk and control matrices (RCMs). * In-depth understanding of COSO internal control framework, and best practices. * Familiarity with financial processes such as Record-to-Report (R2R), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and Order-to-Cash (O2C). * Awareness of regulatory requirements and governance standards relevant to internal controls. * Ability to lead projects focused on control improvements and remediation plans with clear