Internal Controls Manager

Reporting to the Associate Director Internal Control and with a dotted line to the controller, you will be responsible for supporting the Internal Control agenda for all group entities. You will take responsibility for developing the internal control governance and frameworks as well as other initiatives.

Client Details

Iconic fashion brand work have a global client base operating in Retail & FMCG.

Description

The Internal Controls Manager will be responsible for;

• Developing the Internal Control environment - Work with various stakeholders across the business to understand business processes and provide recommendations for improving internal controls and ensuring these controls are embedded in the business. Support in maintaining a strong internal control level in all locations;
• Analyse and document business process flows and related controls documentation through implementation of narratives, guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and flowcharts;
• Support local control owners in all matters related to IC and SOX compliance, including control implementation, evaluation and resolution of identified control deficiencies. Timely communicate control changes and updates to relevant control owners across entities;
• Complete a yearly Internal Control Self-Assessment (ICSA) by applying testing methodology and recommendations set by IC team. Support management in ICSA results review. Monitor and review control evidences;
• Participate in regular network connects with other Internal Control Single Point of Contacts (IC SPOCs) across the world;
• Support external and internal auditors during the audits to identify potential weaknesses and create value added, follow up on identified deficiencies;

Profile

To be successful / considered for Internal Controls Manager vacancy you will need to be;

• CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified with minimum 2 years PQE experience
• Experience of working as an internal or external auditor
• Strong understanding of business process improvement methodologies
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Keen attention to detail with the capability to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly
• Persuasive communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Enthusiastic and hands-on style, self-reliant.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills and aptitude

Desirable:

• Experience of Dynamics 365 F&O and/or TM1
• Experience with multiple business systems, including ERPs

Job Offer

The successful Internal Controls Manager will be offered;

• Up to £68,000
• £6,000 Car Allowance,
• Flexible working (3 days per week in the Leeds office(,
• Broader benefits including pension