Job Purpose
The role will play a pivotal role in ensuring the Group financial controls framework is implemented and operating effectively within the Global Finance Service Centre (GFSC).
Core responsibilities
- Responsible for maintaining the Risk and Control Matrix (RAMC) for the processes run in the GFSC
- Responsible for testing the operation of daily, weekly, monthly and ad-hoc controls in the GFSC and for evidencing the tests
- Deliver training to Tower teams on the importance of internal controls and coach team through the methods for evidencing and retaining evidence of controls
- Responsible for an open and transparent approach to control gaps, ensuring escalation of control gaps to senior leadership with recommendation for remediation
- Perform end to end process reviewed to drive continuous improvement, review opportunities for further control automation within the ERP. Review ERP job builds and Segregation of duties within GFSC.
- Implement internal control enhancements, gap remediations that have been agreed with GFSC leadership and Group Financial control leaders.
- Support external auditors in their audit duties ensure all requests within the GFSC are delivered in line with agreed timetable
Ad hoc responsibilities
- Ensure appropriate continuous professional development, keeping abreast of all internal, legislative, and industry best practice;
- Ensure appropriate interpretation and implementation of required changes in a timely manner;
- Support all internal and external audit activities through the provision of required documentation when necessary
- The above accountabilities and responsibilities are not exhaustive, and the jobholder may be required to undertake additional duties that are consistent with the level and grading of the role.
Requirements:
- Secondary education qualifications or equivalent
- CPA or equivalent
- 2-3 years of experience in an audit role (internal or external)
- Good understanding of US Sox or UK corporate governance
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data validation and record keeping.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet established reconciliation deadlines.
- Strong project management skills
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills