SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, with more than 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide. In Peru, we operate across key economic sectors including mining, agriculture, and fisheries, playing an integral role in our clients' value chains.
The Role
We are looking for a Head of Internal Control to lead our internal control function across the PECU Cluster (Peru and Ecuador). This is not a monitoring role — we need someone who can design and implement control frameworks from the ground up, identify gaps in existing processes, and build solutions that hold up operationally.
You will manage a team of currently 3 professionals across both countries, with room to grow. You will also work closely with global process owners and the Group's Internal Control team, which means English fluency is a real requirement for this role.
What You Will Do
- Design and lead the execution of the Internal Control Plan to mitigate strategic and operational risks across the cluster.
- Identify control gaps in existing processes and implement robust,



practical control solutions — this is a hands‑on implementation role.
- Serve as a strategic advisor to business unit and functional leaders on internal control matters, defining action plans and driving accountability.
- Support general internal audits and ensure timely follow‑through on recommendations from internal and external audit findings.
- Design and adapt controls within Oracle ERP and other local platforms, coordinating with global process owners based in Geneva when needed.
- Lead operational internal control audits across business units and functional areas.
- Maintain and continuously update the cluster's risk and control matrix.
- Train and guide business and functional teams on ERP platforms and control best practices.

What We Are Looking For
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Administration or related field — Accounting background strongly preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in

📌 Head of Internal Control – PECU Cluster (Callao)
🏢 SGS
📍 Callao