Internal Controls Manager - Finance, Internal Controls Department

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.

Education/ Experience:

• 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.

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.