Internal Control Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Control Systems Management:

• Oversee the development, testing, and implementation of robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure process integrity.
• Provide innovative solutions for enhancing control mechanisms to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Systems Adaptability and Automation:

• Stay ahead of system changes, automation trends, and technological advancements to optimize control systems.
• Lead initiatives for system updates, patching, and disaster recovery, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum data security.

Risk and Compliance Oversight:

• Ensure strict adherence to internal policies, industry regulations, and compliance standards.
• Conduct regular assessments to identify and mitigate risks, focusing on fraud prevention and asset protection.

Risk Management and Fraud Prevention:

• Actively monitor and analyze systems and processes to detect vulnerabilities and prevent fraud, theft, or any unauthorized actions.
• Implement proactive controls to address potential financial, operational, and reputational risks.

Continuous Improvement and Influence:

• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement by seeking out opportunities to enhance processes, policies, and internal controls.
• Influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders without direct authority, fostering collaboration and alignment across departments.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare detailed reports on control effectiveness, risk assessments, and any system improvements.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on data-driven analyses.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience in Internal Control, Risk Management, or Compliance, with a strong preference for candidates from the FMCG sector.
• Previous experience with one of the Big 4 (EY, PWC, Deloitte, KPMG) is highly desirable.
• Strong technical skills and experience in systems automation, disaster recovery, and system updates.
• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills and Attributes:

• Analytical mindset: Able to evaluate risks and controls, analyze data, and make well-informed decisions.
• Growth mindset: Embraces change and innovation, and is committed to ongoing learning and improvement.
• Integrity and accountability: Maintains high ethical standards, with a commitment to honesty and transparency.

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