Internal Control Manager
Job Summary
We are looking for anInternal Control Managerto join our team in Group Accounting and Reporting (GAR).
GAR is responsible for safeguarding Hydros financial and ESG (environmental social and governance) reporting and facilitating continuous improvement and development of Hydros reporting.
What we offer you
- Development opportunities: an exciting chance to gain broad understanding of Hydros business financial and sustainability processes by working with internal controls at both process and entity levels and by monitoring our quarterly and annual reporting processes.
- Diverse and inclusive environment: you will work closely with finance and sustainability teams at both Hydro group level and in our business areas with excellent opportunities for further development and growth in our company.
- Commitment to sustainability: join us in contributing to a greener and more responsible future.
- Work-life balance: we promote a healthy work-life balance and flexible work arrangements such as remote work options or flexible schedules.
What you will be doing
You will be part of a professional Internal Control network in our global organization working to lift and develop the effectiveness and efficiency of Hydros reporting and internal controls.
The position offers a high degree of autonomy to influence change and drive improvements and you will have a central role in maintaining and further developing Hydros internal control over financial and sustainability reporting (ICSR).
You will work on
- Contribute to shaping the future of Hydros internal control over reporting.
- Promote and drive Hydros improvement agenda and represent Internal Control in projects in the finance and sustainability network.
- Evaluate sources of reporting risk and errors in Hydros reporting processes.
- Close collaboration with finance teams to ensure risk mitigation and quality reporting.
- Act as point of contact and support for the organization in internal control related matters.
- Coordinate and support the yearly Internal Control Forum and other competence activities.
- Increase Hydros internal control maturity in ESG (sustainability) reporting.
- Perform monitoring activities according to Global Monitoring Plan.
What will make you successful
To thrive and succeed in the role of Internal Control Manager we believe the right candidate holds the following qualifications:
- Masters degree (Economics Business Administration Accounting Finance Engineering with Sustainability focus).
- 5 years working experience in auditing and/or finance organization experience from international listed company is an advantage.
- Demonstrate experience in internal control activities within large international corporations.
- Proven capabilities as a project manager highlighting your ability to navigate and lead in dynamic environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft tools with a bonus for familiarity with reporting applications.
- A strong command of written and spoken English is essential while knowledge of Norwegian or Portuguese is advantageous.
As a person we believe you are self-going with good communication skills and a structured way of working.
You are an eager learner that excels at interpreting new requirements into practical tasks. You manage to assess and prioritize your time well solving challenges and issues proactively being hands-on while seeing the big picture.
You successfully build relationships within different parts of an organization and are well experienced with a cross-cultural environment.
We are looking for a person with a positive mindset and attitude who can act as a change agent to facilitate our improvement initiatives!
Equal opportunities
At Hydro we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.
Apply before: 04/05/2026
Please enclose a cover letter and all relevant transcripts with your application (academic records/diplomas certificates etc.). Only applications received through our online system will be considered not via email. As part of our recruitment process we use Semac for background check.
If you have any questions please contact:
Hiring manager
Magnus Bergman
(Norway 47)
Recruiter
Siri Randen
(Norway 47)
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company that builds businesses and partnerships for a more sustainable future. We have 33,000 employees in more than 140 locations and 40 countries.