Job description
The Internal Financial Controls Manager reports to the Corporate Controller and is a crucial member of the Corporate Controller’s Team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, document and maintain an effective internal financials controls framework throughout the company's Group
- Build and enforce financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with IFRS, industry standards and best practices of effective internal financial controls
- Train staff and conduct regular control assessments and reviews – Balance Sheet reviews and reconciliations, A/R and Inventory reviews, minimum Internal Control Reviews, Risk Assessment etc. to identify improvement areas and process improvement Collaborate with various departments to design, draft, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that align with best practices and enhance operational efficiency.
- Analyze existing financial processes and controls, recommending effective solutions to mitigate risks and improve overall performance.
- Prepare and present detailed reports to senior management on the status of internal financial controls, audit findings and respective remediations, and recommendations for enhancements.
- Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to internal financial controls and IFRS.
- Collaborate with the Finance Function as well as the internal and external audit functions.
Requirements
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration, with preference of Master's degree.
- Accounting Designation (CA, CPA, ACCA, CIA) a must
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in Corporate Finance, Internal financial controls, Internal or external auditing with a proven track record in developing and implementing effective control frameworks. Experience in large/ multinational Pharma and/or Big Four Audit firms is preferable.
- Excellent command in English Language – written and spoken
- Very good communication skills