Finance Transformation and Compliance Lead

KHR Recruitment Specialists; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global business is seeking a Finance Transformation and Compliance Lead in Kent. The role involves managing finance projects focused on SOX compliance and sustainability reporting. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in SOX compliance, project management, and excellent communication skills. Relevant professional qualifications are essential. This position offers a full-time schedule from Monday to Friday with a commitment to employee growth and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in SOX compliance and a proven track record of success.
• Versatile and proactive approach to managing multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency in risk assessment and vulnerability analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage and contribute to finance projects, including SOX compliance.
• Ensure SOX compliance is achieved by setting deadlines across all sites.
• Advise Financial Controllers on SOX improvement potentials.
• Harmonise controls and processes across sites.
• Conduct risk and vulnerability analyses.
• Assist in developing sustainability reporting auditability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align finance initiatives.
• Stay updated with relevant regulations and ensure compliance.
• Develop financial reporting to improve accuracy and timeliness.

Skills

SOX compliance

Project management

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Risk assessment

Sustainability reporting

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Overview

Finance Transformation and Compliance Lead – Snodland. Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm.

KHR are working in collaboration with a leading global business focused on sustainability, continuous improvement and employee growth, who are looking to hire a Finance Transformation and Compliance Lead to join their Kent team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and contribute to finance projects, including SOX compliance, sustainability reporting, and finance-transformation
• Ensure SOX compliance is achieved by setting deadlines across all sites
• Advise Financial Controllers on SOX improvement potentials and cost implications
• Harmonise controls and processes across sites to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Conduct risk and vulnerability analyses to identify potential areas of concern
• Assist in developing and enhancing the auditability of sustainability reporting
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure alignment and buy-in for finance initiatives
• Stay updated with relevant regulations and ensure compliance across all sites
• Develop and automate financial reporting to improve accuracy and timeliness

Candidate Profile

• Strong foundation in SOX compliance and a proven track record of success
• Versatile and proactive approach to managing multiple projects and priorities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to analyse complex financial data and provide actionable insights
• Proficiency in risk assessment and vulnerability analysis
• Knowledge of sustainability reporting standards and best practices
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and automation
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Additional Information

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