Senior Controls Manager – ERP Programme & Finance Controls
Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days per week)
Contract: 18-month Fixed-Term Contract
We are seeking an experienced Senior Controls Manager to lead the controls workstream on a major ERP transformation programme and take ownership of the Finance Controls Framework post-implementation.
This is a key role working across Finance, Technology, Risk and Internal Audit to ensure the successful design, implementation and ongoing governance of financial and IT controls within a new ERP environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the controls workstream throughout the ERP implementation lifecycle.
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Design and implement financial controls, IT General Controls (ITGC), application controls, and Segregation of Duties (SoD).
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Manage controls testing, audit readiness, issue remediation and go-live assurance.
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Develop and maintain the Finance Controls Framework, governance processes and KPI reporting.
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Partner with Finance, Technology, Risk, Internal Audit and third-party delivery partners to embed a robust control environment.
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Drive continuous improvement, controls automation and capability development across Finance teams.
About You
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Proven experience delivering controls within large ERP transformation programmes (SAP, Oracle, Workday, D365 or similar).
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Strong knowledge of financial controls, ICFR/SOX (or equivalent), ITGC, access management and finance processes.
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Experience working closely with Internal Audit, Risk and Technology functions.
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Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIA or CISA preferred.
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Excellent stakeholder management, communication and leadership skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile finance transformation programme while shaping the long-term financial controls environment within a complex organisation.
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