Buzzi Unicem USA is one of the leading cement manufacturing companies in the United States.  With over 1,300 valued employees, Buzzi Unicem USA manufactures and distributes its cement products throughout the Midwest, Southwest, Northeast and Southeast regions of the country.  Globally, Buzzi Unicem SpA operates in 14 countries and employs almost 10,000 people. We are passionate about sustainably producing our cement products for the benefit of society by providing the foundation for crucial infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, tunnels, airports, dams, and residential and industrial buildings. 

Our commitment to positively contributing to society is a core principle for our business, and the reason we focus heavily on sustainable development. As part of our corporate culture, we recognize our role in meeting the current generation’s needs, while preserving environmental quality and protecting the needs of future generations.

Additionally, quality serves as the foundation of the way we do business at Buzzi Unicem USA.  We have established at all our production sites, quality targets for our products that meet not only local regulatory standards but also our customer requirements.

Buzzi Unicem USA strives to provide a corporate culture supporting career growth through strong leadership and development planning.   

Join our team, be part of the solution, support evolving innovations, and help us continue providing quality products, all while being supported by strong leadership and a comprehensive and competitive benefits program.

The Internal Business Controls Senior Specialist is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust internal control framework that ensures operational efficiency, financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and effective risk management.

This role supports the CFO function, enhances compliance with recommendations from Internal Audit, and partners with cross-functional teams to streamline, automate, and optimize control activities for both BU USA and Alamo.

Internal Control Framework & Risk Management

• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive internal control environment aligned with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and identify key areas for control improvement; prioritize risk-based mitigation strategies.
• Standardize, automate, and simplify internal controls to reduce redundancies and focus on addressing key business risks.

Audit Coordination & Compliance

• Address recommendations from Internal Audit's Operational audits; create actionable remediation plans and track resolution progress.
• Coordinate and participate in process walkthroughs with internal stakeholders and external auditors.
  

Policy and Procedure Development

• Collaborate with process owners to develop, document, and update internal policies and procedures to strengthen governance and accountability.

Training & Communication

• Develop and deliver training and awareness programs on internal controls and compliance responsibilities across the organization.
• Serve as a key liaison for internal control-related inquiries from internal teams and external auditors.

Technical Accounting & Special Projects

• Conduct research to support new pronouncements and non-routine transactions.
• Lead or participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in internal controls, risk management, compliance, or audit.
• CPA, CIA, CISA, or other relevant certifications preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and applicable regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate across functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other financial systems/tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail.

Buzzi Unicem USA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits including 401k.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note that candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and that only qualified candidates will be contacted.