Job Description The Internal Controls Manager is responsible for SOX Section 404 and 302 responsibilities, including but not limited to: creation and revision of COSO-based internal control frameworks, recommending and verifying implementation of control gap remediation plans; creating and maintaining internal control documentation including narratives and/or flowcharts; assess process design and assist with various process improvement initiatives and system implementation projects; summarization and presentation of results to management and external auditors. Coordinate activities with internal audit and external audit teams. Please note, this position is designed to serve as a feeder position into Fortune Brands Innovations broader Finance organization. Job location: Deerfield, IL (Hybrid with mandatory in office days Tuesday-Thursday) RESPONSIBLIITIES: What you will be doing * Develop, revise, and implement COSO-based internal control frameworks to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. * Assess control gaps, recommend remediation plans, and verify the successful implementation of corrective actions. * Create and maintain internal control documentation, including narratives and process flowcharts, to support compliance and audit requirements. * Assess process design and support process improvement initiatives and system implementation projects to enhance operational efficiency. * Summarize and present internal control findings, and recommendations to senior management and external auditors. * Coordinate and collaborate with internal and external audit teams to ensure seamless execution of audit and compliance activities. * Serve as a key liaison between business process owners and audit teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment on control expectations. * Utilize AuditBoard and other tools to track control testing and ensure proper documentation of internal control activities. * Lead the quarterly control certification process within AuditBoard for all key financial controls * Provide training and guidance to management on internal control and SOX requirements * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices to enhance the organization's internal control environment.