
Head of Internal Controls
Description
GetYourGuide is building its Internal Controls function and seeks a Head of Internal Controls, based in Berlin within the Finance organisation. You will design, implement, and run the company's internal control over financial reporting (ICOFR) program and IT general controls from the ground up, leading risk assessment methodologies and control activities. The role owns the external auditor relationship and builds and leads the Internal Controls team as a second line of defense. It requires 8+ years in internal controls, internal audit, or Big Four external audit, plus a professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, or CIA.
Requirements
- 8+ years in internal controls, internal audit, or external audit at a Big Four firm or equivalent, including building or scaling a controls function
- Strong working knowledge of financial reporting, ITGC, and risk management, with hands-on experience running ICOFR programs
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
- A professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, or equivalent
- Experience with GRC or control management platforms such as Workiva or equivalent
- Proven experience building a high-performing team in an agile environment
- Excellent communication skills credible with external auditors, business leaders, and executives
Languages
English
C2 · FluentA1A2B1B2C1C2
Experience Level
InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive
Benefits
Annual personal growth budget and mentorship programs
Work from anywhere in the world for 30 days per year
Hybrid working with three days of in-office collaboration and two optional at-home days
Quarterly team event budget
Access to leading AI tools plus resources and budget to use them
Monthly transportation and fitness budget
Discounts on GetYourGuide activities for you, friends, and family
Language reimbursement program
Health and wellness benefits
📍 Life in Berlin
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Population
3.6M
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Quality of Life
8.0
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English Friendly
9.0
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Tech Scene
9.0
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International
10.0
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Public Transport
9.0
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Bikeability
9.0
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Air Quality
6.0
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Green Spaces
7.0
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Car Free
8.0
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About Berlin
- •Creative and tech hub
- •Diverse neighborhoods
- •Excellent public transport
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Climate
- •Continental climate
- •Cold winters
- •Mild summers
- •Four distinct seasons
❄️Jan: 0°C☀️Jul: 19°C📅Avg: 10°C
☀️1625 sunshine hours/year
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Safety
- •Generally safe
- •Higher petty crime than Munich
- •Some areas less safe at night
Overall:7.0
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Healthcare
- •Good hospital network
- •Charité is world-renowned
- •Wait times can vary
Quality: 9.0Access: 8.0
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Culture
- •World-class museums
- •Vibrant art scene
- •Rich history
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Nightlife
- •Famous club scene
- •Diverse nightlife
- •24/7 culture
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Recreation
- •Many parks
- •Lakes
- •Tiergarten
- •Active outdoor scene
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Cost of Living
- •More affordable than Munich
- •Prices rising rapidly
- •Still cheaper than many European capitals
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€1231
⚡ Utilities:€220
🛒 Groceries:€280
🍽️ Dining out:€16
The world's leading online marketplace for booking travel experiences — tours, attractions, excursions, and activities. Operating in 170+ countries with 18,000+ destinations, connecting 50,000+ supply partners with travelers via web and mobile apps in 22 languages and 40 currencies. Processing €4B+ in GMV annually with €1B+ in revenue (FY2025), the first experiences platform to reach this milestone. Over 200 million cumulative tickets sold since founding.
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Your situation in Germany
The default for anyone single, divorced or widowed.
Only changes the church tax rate — 8% in Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg, 9% everywhere else.
Childless employees over 23 pay a higher Pflegeversicherung (care insurance) rate.