Internal Controls Manager

    Milton KeynesPermanent£60k - £65k
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    4 weeks ago
    JN -052025-1982188

    Internal Controls Manager

    Milton Keynes Permanent £60k - £65k

    About the job

    Internal Controls Manager
    Milton Keynes
    £55,000 - £65,000 + Bonus & Bens
    1 to 2 days onsite

    This is a rare opportunity to step into a newly created role where you won't be tweaking existing processes - you'll be building them from scratch.

    We're working with a fast-growing, change-heavy business that's at a pivotal stage in its journey. With upcoming corporate reform regulations and major systems and business transformation underway, they're now looking for an experienced Internal Controls Accountant to help shape a robust internal controls environment from the ground up.

    You'll be working closely with the Head of Internal Controls - someone with an exceptional track record and a glowing career background. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from one of the best in the industry while making your own mark.

    Why this role stands out:

    • You'll be putting new controls and processes in place - not just maintaining or testing what's already there

    • The role is split 50/50 across Financial Controls & IT and Internal Audit, giving you wide exposure

    • It's a real opportunity to make your mark and play a key role in defining how controls work across the business

    What you'll be doing in the first 18 months:

    • Mapping out financial processes

    • Designing, documenting, and embedding new controls

    • Identifying and assessing risks across finance and IT

    • Supporting with control testing and practical recommendations

    • Helping the business prepare for upcoming regulations and internal/external audit scrutiny

    Who we're looking for:
    You might be in a controls-focused finance role or working in internal audit with strong process and risk experience. A practice background (e.g. Big 4, controls advisory or internal audit) would be useful:

    Our Client is looking for someone who:

    • Has a clear vision of what 'good' looks like when it comes to controls

    • Is proactive, curious, and thrives in a changing environment

    • Can confidently engage with teams across the business and bring people on the journey

    If you're looking to step into a hands-on, high-impact role where you can shape something new, add real value, and learn from an outstanding leader - I'd love to hear from you.