Senior Internal ControlBucharest, RO%LABEL_POSITION_TYPE_FULL_TIME%Audit
Job Description
At Utilities One, we are driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to building the future of critical infrastructure. As a trusted turnkey solutions provider across telecom, power, water, renewable energy, and data center sectors, we deliver high-quality services that connect and empower communities. In addition to our core operations, we offer specialized consulting services that help our clients design, optimize, and execute complex infrastructure projects with confidence and precision. We believe our greatest strength is our people - a team of dedicated professionals who bring expertise, collaboration, and integrity to everything they do. Join us and become part of a growing organization where your contributions make a meaningful impact.
As an Senior Internal Control within Utilities One, you will drive efficiency and operational effectiveness by implementing, maintaining and monitoring a robust internal control framework. This role supports risk identification and mitigation, enhances process optimization and ensures compliance with internal policies and external regulations , ultimately minimizing operational risk and strengthening overall organizational performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a robust internal control framework tailored to the utilities industry, ensuring compliance with internal policies, collective labor agreements, individual employment contracts, and applicable external regulations.
- Design, implement, and monitor internal policies, procedures, and control mechanisms to safeguard company assets and operations.
- Establish and support an effective internal control self-assessment framework, guiding departments in implementation and ongoing compliance.
- Analyze, document, and optimize operational processes across departments, identifying risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.
- Identify and assess financial, operational, strategic, and compliance risks; develop and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
- Maintain and update the company’s risk-control matrix, providing actionable insights and recommendations to leadership.
- Prepare periodic reports on internal control effectiveness and propose corrective and preventive actions.
- Monitor compliance with industry regulations, applicable legislation, internal standards, and contractual obligations; implement action plans to minimize risk exposure.
- Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring proper documentation and cross-functional coordination.
- Promote a risk-aware, transparent, and prevention-oriented organizational culture.
- Coordinate or participate in continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma).
- Ensure operational decisions are made with a clear understanding of financial, operational, and compliance implications.
- Fulfill all assigned duties and performance standards as outlined in the job description, ensuring achievement of established work norms and objectives.
- Comply with internal company policies, regulations, and workplace discipline standards.
- Demonstrate loyalty and professionalism in the execution of job responsibilities.
- Adhere to occupational health and safety regulations and actively support a safe working environment.
- Maintain confidentiality of company information and safeguard sensitive business data.
- Comply with all additional obligations established by applicable laws, collective labor agreements, and internal policies.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering, Quality Management, Audit, or a related field.
- Professional certifications or specialized training in Internal Audit, Quality Management, or Risk Management are considered an advantage.
- Solid expertise in internal control frameworks, process analysis and optimization, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong understanding of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
- Familiarity with international standards and frameworks such as: ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems); COSO (Internal Control Framework); ISO 31000 (Risk Management).
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Good knowledge of financial-accounting legislation and internal regulations relevant to the organization’s operations
- Strong analytical thinking with the ability to interpret operational and financial data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
- Experience in the utilities sector (e.g., electricity, water, gas, telecommunications) is a significant advantage, given the industry-specific operational complexity and regulatory environment.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience, with a strong focus on internal or external audit activities.
Work schedule:Monday - Friday from 15:00 till 23:00 (flexible)
Benefits
Opportunity to join a fast growing international organization operating with an entrepreneurial, startup-driven mindset, offering meaningful exposure to strategic initiatives and the ability to contribute directly to the company’s continued expansion and industry impact.
- Competitive salary package;
- Being part of an international, dynamic work environment;
- Medical Insurance (MedLife) – subject to successful completion of the probation period;
- Professional development (seminars, courses);
- Opportunity to work in a fast-growing international company with significant impact in its industry;
- 7Card;
About Utilities One
We specialize in delivering innovative solutions and exceptional services to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a strong commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we strive to exceed expectations and drive success in every project we undertake.