Financial Controls Manager

The Curve Group; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Controls Manager to enhance their Financial Controls Framework. This hybrid role combines strategic oversight with hands-on implementation, requiring a blend of technical expertise and interpersonal skills. You'll work closely with stakeholders, ensuring robust financial controls and compliance while fostering a culture of risk awareness. If you're a qualified accountant with a knack for data analytics and a passion for process improvement, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation, and help shape the future of financial governance.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA Accountant or equivalent experience required.
• Strong skills in data analytics, process mapping, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Design and monitor a robust Financial Controls Framework.
• Lead risk assessments and document business processes effectively.
• Develop and deliver training on risk and control matters.

Skills

Data Analytics

Process Mapping

Project Management

Auditing

Internal Control Programmes

Interpersonal Skills

Conflict Resolution

Education

Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA Accountant

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Financial Controls Framework

Risk Assessment Tools

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Hybrid - 2 days a week in Maidenhead office

Key Purpose

As a Financial Controls Manager, you will be responsible for the ongoing design, implementation and monitoring of the business’ Financial Controls Framework. You will ensure all relevant controls are correctly positioned, evidenced and documented. In addition, you will support the business through training and communications on risk & control matters. This is a multi-faceted role which requires strong organisational, technical and partnering skills.

Success Criteria

1. Stay current on best practices and latest thinking regarding processes, risk management and controls
2. Hold the ability to manage multiple projects and communicate with different cultures and levels within the organisation
3. Work closely with key stakeholders across different business areas in a fast-paced environment, to provide solutions to issues

Experience and Traits

1. Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA Accountant, or equivalent experience
2. Demonstrate strong skills in data analytics, process mapping, project management, auditing and internal control programmes
3. Hold a business-improvement mindset
4. Experience in coaching and educating stakeholders
5. IT general controls experience preferred
6. A strong understanding of financial statements and identifying risk
7. Strong interpersonal, collaborative and conflict resolution skills
8. Can operate within a fast-paced, changeable environment

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

1. Design, assess, implement and monitor a robust Financial Controls Framework (FCF), support governance and methodology development
2. Lead, document and report on risk assessment of the business processes in respect of materiality & tolerances to mis-statements in financial reporting, including establishment of risk ratings
3. Work with process owners and SMEs to scope, design, and implement controls to address key risks and ensuring design adequacy and operating effectiveness of financial and operational controls
4. Oversee that all processes are documented effectively
5. Present reports and findings to senior stakeholders, discussing progress and performance, or in cases of failure - plans of remediation and correction
6. Develop and implement the controls testing process, including conducting reviews and testing of financial reporting controls compliance by process owners along with monitoring and overseeing the remediation of identified deficiencies
7. Develop and deliver training across the business on risk & control matters, and prepare periodic communications

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Gambling Facilities and Casinos