Financial Compliance and Risk Manager

Carlsberg Group; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company is seeking a Financial Compliance and Risk Manager in Kitchener, Canada. This role entails managing internal controls, compliance, and audits. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in accounting, a CPA designation, and at least 3 years of experience in auditing. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Remote work options

Employee bonuses

Qualifications

• 3 years of professional experience in auditing or a public accounting firm.
• Strong knowledge in Internal Controls and Compliance.
• Ability to manage opposing views constructively.

Responsibilities

• Track and monitor actions from Group Internal Audit reports.
• Maintain the company’s risk register.
• Prepare monthly Segregation of Duties reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office (Excel & PowerPoint)

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA designation

Job description

Role overview

Financial Compliance and Risk Manager, part of our dynamic Finance team of 16 employees, serves as the primary point of contact for all matters related to Internal Controls, Compliance, Segregation of Duties, Risks & Opportunities, Audit Board, and the Control Framework over Financial Reporting.

What you’ll be doing

• Management Follow Up (MFU): Regularly track and monitor all actions arising from Group Internal Audit reports, Group Risk and Internal Control reports, IT General Controls audits, CFOFR, etc., ensuring that actions are fully and effectively implemented within deadlines. Facilitate extensions where justified, ensuring requests are made proactively and not at the last minute.
• Risks & Opportunities (R&O): Maintain the company’s risk register by meeting regularly with functional risk coordinators. Apply business knowledge to challenge and validate inputs. Prepare R&O materials (slides for MPRs, Estimates, Budgets, 3YPs) for discussion with the Director of Finance. Develop and maintain risk heat maps.
• Segregation of Duties (SoD): Prepare and submit monthly SoD reports to Group. Take necessary action to address violations and align with Group targets. Lead initiatives to automate SoD reporting.
• Control Framework over Financial Reporting (CFOFR): Conduct quarterly CFOFR reviews with rigor and impartiality. Partner with Finance/IT teams to remediate non-compliance issues and implement mitigating controls.
• Audit & Compliance: Collaborate with Group Risk & Internal Control (GRIC) during follow-up checks on management actions and CFOFR reviews. Act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for the Regional Senior Compliance Manager.
• Local Compliance Committee (LCC): Participate as an invited guest in quarterly LCC meetings. Prepare and present relevant materials as required.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in accounting, as well as a professional accounting designation, CPA
• 3 years of professional experience in auditing or a public accounting firm
• Intermediate to expert knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel & PowerPoint)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on business impact
• Structured and logical approach to problem-solving
• Adaptable and receptive to change.
• High emotional intelligence, with the ability to navigate and manage opposing views constructively.

We’re looking for individuals who bring not only technical expertise, but also a mindset aligned with our Growth Culture principles. You live by “Semper Ardens” which means you are always challenging the status quo and striving for the extraordinary. You foster Positive Energy and Compassion, working with empathy, respect, and openness. You act with Passion for the Consumer, serving as a brand ambassador and keeping the consumer at the heart of your decisions. You demonstrate Decisiveness and Excellence, making confident choices and delivering high-quality results. Finally, you believe in Empowering, Supporting, and Growing People, helping colleagues develop, sharing knowledge, and building trust across the team.

What you can expect

We’re asking for a lot, but you’ll be well-rewarded with:

• Continuous Learning: Guidance from Mentors and structured training initiatives.
• Opportunities for career growth, within Canada and Globally.
• A purpose-driven company with ambitious goals
• A social work environment with enthusiastic colleagues

We provide a competitive base salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that is covered by the employer. This package includes a range of benefits such as dental care, extended health coverage, a healthcare spending account, life insurance, paid time off, RRSP matching, tuition reimbursement, vision care, casual dress code, participation in company events, the option for remote work, and a fantastic Beer Benefit. Eligible employees may also receive bonuses as part of our supplemental pay options.

CARLSBERG GROUP: BREWING FOR A BETTER TODAY AND TOMORROW

At Carlsberg our diverse perspectives, unique abilities and experiences make us who we are across the Group. With so many iconic brands, we know our differences are what make us stand out. WELCOME YOU is our commitment to promoting this culture and embracing it across all areas of our business. Carlsberg is a place where each of us belongs and where we can be at our best.

For us success has always been in the diverse mix of our people, our beers, and our brands. We want to recruit and develop people with a global mindset, cultural understanding, and international experience to ensure that our organization stays agile, inclusive, and prepared for future growth. Only by acknowledging and harvesting from different perspectives and experiences, will we gain competitive advantage and leverage the effect of diversity for business growth. Carlsberg aims to create equal access to opportunity regardless of social identity, and we encourage everyone to apply regardless of gender, nationality, race, religion, disabilities, or any other characteristics.