Compliance Manager in Grove)

Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Ltd; Grove; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Compliance Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing SOX audits, standardising processes for compliance, and maintaining oversight on governance. Qualified accountants with audit backgrounds are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits package

Professional and personal development opportunities

Collaborative multicultural environment

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with a strong background in audit.
• Proven experience in SOX compliance and governance frameworks.
• Ability to work independently and pay attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage SOX audits and coordinate with auditors.
• Review control evidence and ensure compliance.
• Provide reports and feedback to senior management.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)

Strong knowledge of SOX compliance

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Organisational skills

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Role

As Compliance Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring the Shared Services Centre operates within robust audit, risk, and compliance frameworks. You'll review and standardise controls, lead SOX audit activity, and provide proactive oversight on governance and risk exposure.

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, ideal for a qualified accountant moving from practice into industry or for someone with solid compliance experience seeking a new challenge.

• Manage SOX audits and coordinate with divisional, internal, and external auditors
• Review control evidence and ensure compliance across shared services
• Standardise processes to improve efficiency and strengthen compliance frameworks
• Provide reports and feedback to senior management on control effectiveness
• Support risk identification and remediation planning
• Communicate governance changes and compliance requirements across the business

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Background in audit (Big 4 experience advantageous)
• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance and governance frameworks
• Experience with ERP systems and strong IT skills
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational ability
• Ability to work independently with high attention to detail
• Desirable: Shared services experience, ISO 9000 knowledge, or a second European language.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Work within a collaborative, multicultural environment
• Join a forward-thinking business committed to growth, inclusion, and continuous improvement