Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. **T** **HE ROLE** **:** The Manager, Internal Audit - Americas will assist with overseeing the execution of and development of work plans related to various internal audits including Anti-Corruption reviews, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOA) and other compliance, financial and operational audits. This role will also manage internal audit resources, developing and coaching the team to ensure that team objectives are consistently met and reaffirm the value of the internal audit function as a critical business partner. We offer a full benefits package to include Flexible Time Off (FTO) for salaried positions, health, dental, vision, investment savings plan, and additional miscellaneous benefits. **CORE RESPONSIBILITIES** **:** To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. + Reporting to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit – Americas will support in the preparation and execution of the annual audit plan. + Lead and assist on various projects across the Americas region (US, Canada and Latin America) and Enterprise that encompass areas of Sarbanes Oxley compliance, operational, financial and specialized audits. + Review of Sarbanes Oxley site controls include assessment of control design, testing operating effectiveness of key controls, thorough completion and/or review of all work-paper testing and test plans, and recommending control improvements where applicable,. + Financial audits will include review and testing of key Balance Sheet accounts, financial reporting and other special projects.  + Operational audits include the evaluation of business process and procedures, identification of operational improvement areas, and recommendations of best practice and standardization.   + Other Compliance reviews include an assessment of Anti-Corruption practices in accordance withCorporate policies and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). + Develop and present quality audit reports with actionable and effective recommendations consistent with current operating practices. Subsequently evaluate the quality of actions proposed by management. + Manage, coach, and develop direct reports - establishing clear expectations that audits are conducted timely with maximum quality and professionalism. + Be a valued business partner to Xylem’s business teams across the organization. + Participation in Xylem’s Watermark volunteer activities. **QUALIFICATIONS** **:** + Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, or Accounting is required; a Master’s of Business Administration or Master’s degree in an audit/compliance discipline would be considered a plus. + At least one professional designation (CPA, CIA, CFE) or other equivalent designation is required.  + Minimum of 7 years of audit experience with an internationally recognized accounting firm and/or a large manufacturing enterprise is required with in-depth understanding of auditing Sarbanes Oxley compliance. + High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). + Strong English communication skills, including written and spoken, is required. The ability to speak a second language (Spanish or Portuguese) is a plus. + Attention to detail, strong multi-project management and business partnership skills are necessary. + Previous team and project management experience is also required, including previous experience of managing at least one direct report. + Workiva experience is a plus. + 15% to 25% travel (sometimes international/overnight) is required for this position. + Note: This is a position with high visibility that offers the potential ability to relocate in the future. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is highly motivated to grow his/her career within Xylem’s Operational Finance teams or at the Regional level. _\#LI-JO2_ Salary range: $91,500.00 - $164,500.00 Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.   Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation