Role Overview
This role is within Finance, with responsibility for supporting the delivery of the Group's Enterprise Risk Management Framework activities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the transformation and enhancement of process documentation, including consolidations, month-end close and financial reporting activities;
* Drive the development of the Group's Enterprise Risk Management Framework across all risk types impacting Group Finance;
* Accountability for the preparation and execution of the Risk Assurance Plan, including control quality assurance (design and operational effectiveness);
* Where needed, conduct thematic or deep-dive reviews;
* Manage and enrich and governance of risk events and correlated causal analysis;
* Identify and track issues, improvement observations and remediating actions;
* Own and monitor Risk Management Standards reviews (risk register, controls framework and metrics);
* Lead the documentation of finance processes and technology associated with the internal control framework;
* Manage the preparation and execution of any committee or risk reporting papers/decks and required follow-up actions;
* Steer finance projects, policies or remediations supporting the risk framework;
* Build an in-depth knowledge and understanding of end-to-end processes, capturing key changes and ensuring up-to-date process and control documentation maintenance.
Requirements
* Hold a full and current professional qualification in accounting (e.g. ACA, ICAS, CIMA, etc.), finance (e.g. CFA), audit (CIA).
* Demonstrated and proven understanding of risk management frameworks, with particular focus on financial reporting and finance technology/system risks;
* Deep knowledge of financial risks, controls testing and change management processes;
* Experience with current industry standards and principles relating to internal controls, such as COSO, COBIT, SOX, or other respected internal controls frameworks;
* Quantitative and analytical skills with demonstrated attention to detail, critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
* Track record of working autonomously and engaging with a range of senior stakeholders;
* Ability to work well with others, communicate complex matters coherently and challenge robustly in a positive manner that drives improvement.
We're Looking For Someone Who
* Has previous experience within Financial Services, whether in industry or practice;
* Can handle situations and problems with innovation and creativity;
* Has a track record of developing and upskilling others;
* Has established project management skills, specifically around risk frameworks and governance;
* Has relevant and appropriate experience in a similar or comparable role.