ICFR Controls Testing Senior Manager

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Reporting to the Head of ICFR Testing, you will guide the testing approach and the risk assessment over internal controls over financial reporting across the Experian global business.

In collaboration with the 2nd line of defense ICFR Finance Controls team, you will develop the financial control testing capabilities including determining approaches, scope and test reporting mechanisms. You will manage the timely delivery and quality of the ICFR testing plan.

What you'll do?

• Ensure activities between the Group Risk Controls & Testing team and ICFR Controls are aligned with Global Finance requirements.
• Guide the prioritization of testing activities.
• Review all testing deficiencies identified as part of the ICFR work and ensure correctly classified (PL1 – PL4).
• Manage control tests including coordination with key stakeholders.
• Manage a team of controls testing managers, lead and analysts to ensure efficient use of testing resource across multiple locations globally.
• Provide oversight for external providers complete ICFR testing.
• Deliver high-quality reports to business owners.
• Support the team in agreeing actions with business owners.
• Collaborate with the Data Analytics team to identify opportunities to use high-quality data analytics within testing.
• Lead the team's performance management processes.

What you'll bring?

• Professional finance or accounting qualification ACA/ACCA or equivalent.
• Audit background (external or internal audit) or corporate experience, in an assurance, internal controls or risk department.
• 10 years+ experience in an audit and accounting firm/or in a SOX testing role in a multinational organization.
• Knowledge in testing ITGC and IT Application controls (advantage).
• Build relationships and influence at senior management level.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Know Hou working with, advising and reporting findings to regional executive teams.
• Finance and systems knowledge.
• Comfortable working as part of a global functional team.
• Proven ability to identify key risks and improvements in the control environment
• A commercial approach to governance and change with an approach that champions collaboration and consultation.

You will get:

• Personal Development - career pathway for professional growth supported by learning and development programs and unlimited access to online educational training courses, learning materials and books.
• Work environment - excellent work conditions with friendly environment, recognized team spirit, and fun and quality recreation time.
• Social benefit package including life insurance, food vouchers, additional health insurance, monthly flex allowance and internet coverage, corporate discounts, marriage and childbirth / adoption allowance, Multisport card, Sharesave plan, Employee assistance program, а birthday gift and many other benefits!
• Work-life balance - 25 days paid vacation, 1 additional day off for your birthday and extra 3 paid days for participation in Social responsibility event.
• Opportunity for Flexible working hours and Home Office.

Experian is an Equal opportunity employer. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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