Internal Controls Manager

Internal Controls Manager

Based in Manchester City
5 days a week on site
Paying 60k - 70k based on experience

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of compliance, finance, and strategy, ensuring the business thrives while maintaining robust financial controls. You will be working within a forward-thinking environment, partnering with teams across the company to drive improvements and deliver excellence.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Internal Audit:

• Design, oversee, and deliver the Internal Audit programme.
• Partner with the CFO to identify, assess, and manage financial risks effectively.
• Ensure timely action plans are implemented to mitigate identified risks.

Control Testing:

• Conduct detailed walkthroughs and testing of financial controls to assess operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with teams across the business to provide actionable feedback on existing processes.

Financial Controls Development:

• Partner with control owners to strengthen internal controls and document processes.
• Proactively identify gaps and implement additional controls as needed.

Risk Reporting:

• Deliver clear, regular updates to senior stakeholders on control effectiveness and risk management.
• Track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to inform business strategy and improve operations.

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience in financial controls, internal audit, or a similar role.
• Accountancy qualification (CIMA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining the integrity of financial records.
• Expertise in process improvement and control optimisation.

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