Internal Controls - Manager

We are looking for a talented Internal Controls - Manager to join our team specializing in Finance for our Internal Controls Department in Darlington, United Kingdom. In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Lead the execution of business process and internal control reviews, helping to strengthen the control environment and ensure compliance with company requirements across the assigned business segment, region, or distributor.
• Identify key business risks and opportunities for improvement, driving practical solutions that safeguard company assets, support operational effectiveness, and reduce control-related risks.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance internal control documentation, including process maps, flowcharts, and control matrices, ensuring processes remain current, accurate, and aligned with organisational standards.
• Partner with business leaders and stakeholders to implement meaningful process and control improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen governance, and support business objectives.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors, Accounting Policy teams, and business partners to address control deficiencies, improve compliance, and ensure the consistent application of policies and procedures.
• Support major system implementations by providing internal controls expertise, helping to embed effective controls into new processes and technologies from the design stage.
• Deliver internal controls training and guidance to increase awareness, strengthen accountability, and build a culture of risk management and compliance throughout the organisation.
• Develop, coach, and mentor team members, fostering a high-performing internal controls team with the skills and capabilities needed to support business growth and continuous improvement.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
• Apply internal control frameworks effectively to assess financial controls, identify weaknesses, and implement remediation strategies that reduce risk and support accurate financial reporting.
• Leverage strong knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to evaluate accounting requirements, ensure compliance, and communicate financial impacts clearly to a range of stakeholders.
• Analyze business processes to identify control gaps, emerging risks, and improvement opportunities, developing practical solutions that strengthen governance and operational effectiveness.
• Build strong partnerships with business leaders, finance teams, and other stakeholders by providing trusted risk and control guidance, influencing decisions, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  College, university, or equivalent degree in Accounting required.
• Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or related certification required.
• Significant relevant work experience, including supervisory experience, required.
• SAP knowledge and experience in IT projects is highly desirable.