Overview
Reference Number: JO-2206-495632
Finance Analyst – Internal Controls
Rate: Negotiable
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Slough
Finance Analyst Internal Controls
Company: FTSE 15 Global FMCG/Manufacturing Company
Location: Slough, Berkshire (2 days a week in office)
Base salary: Up to 55k plus Car allowance 6,120 per annum
Bonus: 10% with 1.5 multiplier (15% of base salary)
Pension: DC10%
(No sponsorship available, you must have right to work status in UK to apply)
Role Purpose:
You will play a key role in providing an appraisal of the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls in Global Finance Services – GFS (Shared Services).You will ensure ongoing effectiveness of controls embedded in various processes and drive consistent application of control activities.The role will work closely with GFSs Functional Process Leads, 3rd Party Shared Services Provider (IBM), the Global Internal Control Team as well as the Internal Audit department.
Key Responsibilities:
The role supports GFS Controls Manager in review and reporting of annual assessment controls in Shared Services
Identify and implement potential improvements and revisions to GFS internal control environment
Create training and education materials to educate GFS and company markets on financial controls and other projects
Support remediation of control deficiencies and internal audit findings in various companys entities served by GFS
Ensure that Segregation of Duties and conflicts are managed appropriately with mitigation controls in place as necessary
Support in creation & maintenance of market Statement of Work (SOWs), creating 3rd party Purchase Orders, review and raising of cross charges
Other ad hoc projects/tasks within remit, as may be required by the GFS Controls Manager/ Financial Controller
Skills & Competencies required:
Good understanding or a desire to understand business processes and internal controls
Collaborative mindset with peers and colleagues to drive involvement and engagement
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to establish rapport and persuade others
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to think ahead and anticipate problems, issues, and solutions
Proven experience of business partnering with other functional areas
Ability to work in a complex, matrix organisation with a global scope within a multinational environment
Able to engage with stakeholders and manage cross functional projects
Experienced or willing to work in Hybrid environment
Technical / Professional Qualifications Required:
A qualified accountant with Big 4 background wishing to move into industry.
Bachelors degree in a Finance and Accounting or similar subject.
