SOX/ICFR Implementation Lead — Build Controls from Day One

Astrum Search Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrum Search is working with a FTSE PLC to recruit an ICFR Lead to drive the implementation of a financial controls framework aligned with SOX 404. Based at the Birmingham HQ, you will lead the first-year rollout, conduct scoping, risk assessments, walkthroughs, risk/control matrices, testing and remediation. You will also develop an ICFR Analyst and push automation as the framework matures. This is a hands-on, senior stakeholder-facing role.

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading a first-year SOX/ICFR implementation.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders.
• Strong technical knowledge of ICFR/SOX 404.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ICFR/SOX 404 implementation plan from scoping to remediation.
• Develop an ICFR Analyst and upskill the team as the framework matures.
• Collaborate with UK and Group finance leaders to align controls across the business.

Skills

ICFR/SOX expertise

Stakeholder influence

Hands-on delivery

Risk assessment

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified

Job description

Astrum Search is working with a FTSE PLC to recruit an ICFR Lead to drive the implementation of a financial controls framework aligned with SOX 404. Based at the Birmingham HQ, you will lead the first-year rollout, conduct scoping, risk assessments, walkthroughs, risk/control matrices, testing and remediation. You will also develop an ICFR Analyst and push automation as the framework matures. This is a hands-on, senior stakeholder-facing role.