Finance Risk and Controls Manager

As the Finance Risks and Controls Manager, you will be part of the Finance Transformation team that has overall responsibility for defining and delivering the Finance Transformation Roadmap. The Finance Transformation team are a critical part of the further evolution of the Finance vertical, and it will be important for the successful candidate to help the Head of Finance Transformation continue to build the credibility and value proposition of the team. So, a “can do” attitude and “willingness to get hands dirty” will be a prerequisite for success in the Role.

The primary responsibilities of the role are ensuring that the Finance Departments Internal control environment is robust, that all processes have been adequately documented in flow-charts, narratives, and Risk and Control matrices, that the environment is updated timely when Transformation or operational changes are made, and that it retains adequate documentation and evidentiary support for review by Internal and External auditors and/or other Regulatory of Compliance authorities.

The successful candidate should possess robust risk management acumen, analytical and critical thinking skills, deep data analysis and tech fluency (AI, Cyber), be an excellent communicator, operate to high integrity & objectivity, have a deep understanding of finance and finance “Best practices”, and have the project management skills to be able to deliver impactful results.

We're looking for someone who:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• Certification of CPA, CISA or CIA or an equivalent regional qualification is required
• Integrated experience of both Financial and IT audits
• Experience in the Internal Audit function and requirements of Internal Control environment in Public listed organizations such as SOX etc.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the Company
• Excellent follow-up and organizational skills
• Experience in managing small teams in a matrix organization
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• A robust knowledge of accounting principles, techniques and theories of financial reporting and internal controls.
• Know how to use common computer applications for auditing and data processing.
• Experience using a computer aided auditing tool (CAAT) and automating controls is plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate project performance and identify areas for improvement. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Experience of working in a multi-cultural and multi-location environment with an ability to work independently and priorities workload as part of a geographically dispersed team.
• Has a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the Group’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework, and experience of working in a control environment or business risk function managing multiple risks,
• Is proactive self-starter - eager to learn, with the ability to self-organize/deliver independently and operate under your own initiative to anticipate, manage and resolve multiple priorities,
• Has experience partnering with Finance teams and/or managing technology risks preferred but is not essential,
• Is comfortable and adaptable in an evolving business as it grows and matures,
• Has a growth mindset and a willingness to try new ways of doing things
• Has the ability and skill to interpret and apply knowledge of laws, regulations and policies in area of expertise,
• Has the ability to manage a range of internal and external stakeholders, including senior company executives, through excellent written and verbal communication skills
  

What you’ll be doing:

Key responsibilities:

Primary:

• Strategic Alignment:
  • Evaluate and select projects that align with the organizations and departments strategic vision and priorities. 
  • Analyze project proposals to assess their potential impact and alignment with business and departmental goals. 
  • Regularly communicate portfolio status and performance to key stakeholders, including senior management. 

• Resource Management:
  • Collaborate with project managers to ensure efficient resource utilization. 

• Performance Monitoring:
  • Track key performance indicators (KPIs) of each project within the portfolio. 
  • Regularly assess project progress and identify areas for improvement. 
  • Generate reports to provide visibility into portfolio health and potential risks. 

• Risk Management:
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks across the project portfolio. 
  • Develop contingency plans to address potential issues and minimize impact. 
  • Monitor risk levels and escalate critical issues as needed. 

• Project Prioritization:
  • Utilize established criteria to prioritize projects based on business value, urgency, and resource availability. 
  • Facilitate decision-making processes to select projects for execution and potentially de-prioritize or cancel others. 

• Stakeholder Management:
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across different departments. 
  • Communicate effectively to ensure alignment on portfolio goals and expectations. 
  • Address concerns and manage stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle. 

Secondary: (on an as needs basis)

• Process Analysis and Remediation

Analyze existing Finance processes, identify pain points, and define requirements for enhancement of the Internal control environment. 

• Assist with ad-hoc projects and tasks (on an as needs basis)