A newly created opportunity has arisen for an experienced Internal Controls & Governance Manager to establish and embed a best-practice internal controls and governance framework across a growing organisation.

This standalone role offers the chance to build a fit-for-purpose control environment from the ground up. You will design, implement and embed policies, procedures and governance frameworks that strengthen financial and operational processes across the business. 
 
Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive internal controls framework aligned to best practice governance standards;

• Conduct gap analysis across existing finance and operational processes;

• Develop and document policies, procedures and risk/control matrices across key finance cycles (AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, reporting, procurement and revenue recognition);

• Establish governance structures, escalation protocols and reporting frameworks;

• Act as the key liaison with external auditors for control walkthroughs, testing and remediation activities;

• Build and maintain a central repository of policies and control documentation; and

• Deliver training and guidance to stakeholders across finance and operational teams to embed a strong controls culture.

About You

• CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification;

• 8–12+ years’ experience in internal audit, internal controls or governance roles;

• Demonstrated experience building frameworks or controls in greenfield or transformation environments;

• Strong understanding of end-to-end finance processes and risk controls;

• Excellent documentation, process mapping and stakeholder engagement skills; and

• Ability to operate autonomously and drive initiatives independently.

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to multi-entity environments or finance transformation programs;

• Experience working with ERP systems or controls automation tools; and

• Experience delivering training across geographically distributed teams.

This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on controls specialist who enjoys building frameworks, influencing stakeholders and driving meaningful governance improvements within a growing organisation.

If you’re looking for a role where you can shape the internal controls environment and make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion please call Ed Burgess at u&u on 02 8245 7916 quoting reference number 44140.

At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.

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