Global Internal Controls Analyst | ACA/CIMA

Smiths Group; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Smiths Detection is seeking an ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified professional to join the Internal Controls function. You will assess, test and improve financial controls across our international business, partnering with global finance teams and senior stakeholders.

The role requires at least 3 years in audit or practice, Big 4 experience preferred, and strong IFRS knowledge. You will travel occasionally to international sites and contribute to governance improvements.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
• Minimum 3 years' experience within Audit or Practice
• Big 4 experience highly desirable, Top 10 firms also considered
• Strong understanding of financial controls, governance and risk management
• Good knowledge of IFRS and accounting standards
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence and challenge constructively
• Comfortable working autonomously in a growing function

Responsibilities

• Review and assess financial control evidence submitted by global finance teams
• Perform controls testing and identify risks, gaps and improvement opportunities
• Support the design and enhancement of financial control frameworks
• Conduct control reviews across international business locations
• Work directly with finance stakeholders to strengthen governance and control environments
• Develop practical recommendations and track remediation activities
• Support risk assessments, control self-assessments and governance processes
• Contribute to process improvement and automation initiatives
• Travel occasionally to international sites to perform in-person control reviews

Skills

Financial controls

Governance & risk

Stakeholder management

Communication

Autonomy

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Job description

Smiths Detection is seeking an ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified professional to join the Internal Controls function. You will assess, test and improve financial controls across our international business, partnering with global finance teams and senior stakeholders.

The role requires at least 3 years in audit or practice, Big 4 experience preferred, and strong IFRS knowledge. You will travel occasionally to international sites and contribute to governance improvements.