Business Controls Manager

Pontoon; Warwick; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in finance and compliance is seeking an experienced Business Controls Manager to manage audit-related issues and strengthen internal financial controls. The role focuses on SOX compliance and enhancing controls maturity across the Global Finance function. Candidates should have strong SOX experience, preferably from a Big Four audit firm, and excellent stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Strong SOX compliance experience with remediation exposure.
• Background in a Big Four audit firm is desirable.
• Experience with deficiency remediation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide advisory support to foster a strong controls culture.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and stakeholders.
• Coordinate the SOx testing process and address deficiencies.

Skills

SOX compliance experience

Big Four audit firm experience

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP GRC tools

Job description

Overview

A leading organisation in the energy and infrastructure sector is seeking an experienced Business Controls Manager to join its finance risk and compliance team. This is a high-impact role focused on managing audit-related issues and strengthening internal financial controls, particularly around SOX compliance.

About the Role

As the Business Controls Manager, you will be at the forefront of delivering an ambitious multi-year controls roadmap. You will enhance controls maturity across the Global Finance function and support the organization in safeguarding its financial health. If you're looking for a position where your expertise can truly shine and make a difference, this is it!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advisory support to management in developing a robust control environment and fostering a strong controls culture.
• Assist in coordinating the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOx) approach and testing, collaborating with internal and external auditors.
• Develop and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) aligned with SOX requirements.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and stakeholders, ensuring timely and accurate communication.
• Coordinate the SOx testing process and collaborate with control owners to address deficiencies promptly.
• Report on the annual assurance plan for the Risk Controls and Compliance (RCC) team.
• Support change delivery and roadmap activities, facilitating controls self-assessment with stakeholders.
• Provide training and guidance on SOX compliance requirements, developing tailored training programs.
• Engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels to achieve desired outcomes and maximize value.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong SOX compliance experience, ideally with exposure to scoping and remediation.
• Background in a Big Four audit firm or similar environment highly desirable.
• Experience with deficiency remediation and committee-level reporting.
• Understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO).
• Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA and SAP GRC tools.
• Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred but not essential if SOX experience is robust.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for future suitable opportunities.

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