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.