Senior Manager, Controls, Policies and Governance

Job Description Summary:

At The Coca-Cola Company, we are accelerating our transformation toward a digitally enabled, growth-driven organization. To achieve this, we must ensure that financial integrity and governance remain strong across every part of our business—even as we innovate,   acquire , and   operate   in diverse and technology-enabled environments.  

As Senior Manager, Controls, Policies & Governance, you will support and advance the integrity of financial and operational processes across global markets, focusing on dynamic environments such as acquisitions, non-integrated operating models, and technology-driven ecosystems. This role   operates   at the intersection of finance, technology, and risk—providing governance   expertise   and shaping innovative control solutions across an increasingly digital organization.  

You will partner with cross-functional stakeholders across Finance Leadership, Technology, Legal, and Corporate Functions to influence enhancements, deliver scalable governance frameworks, and enable controls that evolve with emerging business needs. If you thrive in complexity, are passionate about risk-informed solutions, and want to contribute to the performance of one of the world’s most recognized brands, this opportunity offers a platform for meaningful impact.  

What   You’ll   Do for Us  

• Serve as   a   governance contact for   our subsidiary   operations   ( including   fairlife   and   i nnocent)   and   any   future   acquired   entities, aligning internal   controls   priorities across the enterprise.  

• Contribute to Management’s ICFR (SOX 302/404) processes by   supporting the ongoing   effectiveness of existing controls and   identifying   opportunities   for Control optimization .  

• Identify   and   monitor   emerging process and financial   risks and   support the design and implementation of controls to address gaps arising from the organization’s continued growth and digital transformation journey.  

• Collaborate with Finance and Technology teams to   ensure effective   design and   execution   of both   business   and   IT GCs , strengthening end-to-end risk management.  

•  Support   ongoing   transformation initiatives such as system implementations and operating model   changes,   ensuring that   governance   and compliance are integrated   into processes from   inception .    

• Influence the development and enhancement of global financial policies and governance frameworks through external benchmarking and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.  

• Provide consultative   remediation and audit   support on high-risk   findings,   facilitating   root cause analysis and guiding resolution activities with business teams.  

• Support the evolution of Delegation of Authority (DOA) governance, including interpretation and application for local charts and approval structures in diverse operating contexts.  

• Deliver internal controls and governance training to increase awareness and build broad capability in emerging risk areas across Finance and Corporate Functions.  

• Champion continuous improvement by   identifying   opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate governance practices using digital technologies and analytics.  

• Build strong relationships across global stakeholders to align priorities, promote consistency, and enable solution-driven risk management.  

Requirements & Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field; professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, or CIA preferred.  

• 7+ years of experience in internal/external audit, financial reporting, governance, or risk management within a global organization.  

• Strong understanding of ICFR (SOX 302/404), governing frameworks, and control design principles across integrated and non-integrated environments.  

• Demonstrated experience leading complex projects or transformation initiatives with   proficiency   in project and change management methodologies.  

• Experience   assessing   financial and IT   risk and implementing   tech-enabled   controls for   business processes.  

• Outstanding digital literacy, including familiarity with analytics platforms and financial systems; experience with tools such as Power BI or Workiva preferred.  

• Excellent communication skills with ability to convey complex governance concepts in clear, impactful terms for diverse audiences.  

• Strong collaboration and influencing skills backed by executive presence; able to navigate competing priorities and foster stakeholder alignment.  

• Flexible mindset and proven ability to adapt in evolving operating environments and contribute effectively to   emerging   priorities.  

• Experience   supporting   or assessi ng   both   financial and IT   processes ,   even better if you have   experience   supporting   compliance   wo rkstreams , during system implementations .  

What   We’ll   Do for You  

• Equip you with advanced analytics and governance tools to accelerate innovation and control effectiveness across complex landscapes.  

• Enable collaboration with global partners across functions and operating units, fostering diverse perspectives and continuous learning.  

• Offer direct impact on global governance strategies that sustain business performance in a fast-changing digital environment.  

• Provide opportunities to influence transformation initiatives that combine automation, control optimization, and risk-informed solutions.  

The Coca-Cola Company will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H1-B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Skills:

Data Analytics, Financial Governance, Internal Controls, Risk Assessments

Pay Range:

United States: 123,000 - 139,000 USD

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:

15

Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Atlanta

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

October 23, 2026

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision  to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

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