Group Internal Controls & Governance Manager

About the role

The Group Internal Controls & Governance Manager will lead the design, implementation and ongoing monitoring of internal control frameworks for a medium‑sized FMCG organisation. Based in Manchester, the role ensures compliance, robust governance and effective risk management across finance and operational functions.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and continuously improve the organisation's internal controls framework for key financial and operational processes.
• Manage and update Risk and Control Matrices (RACMs), creating localised versions where required.
• Create and maintain a centralised controls repository, including RACMs, process flows, testing scripts, test results and SOPs.
• Coordinate with the SAP S/4HANA programme team to embed the new control framework during each system rollout wave.
• Identify control gaps from audits or management reviews and drive remediation with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and training to process owners and control performers on documentation standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field.
• Professional certification preferred (CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA or equivalent).
• 5+ years of experience in internal controls, finance governance, audit or process management.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA, preferably in a post‑implementation environment.
• Familiarity with RACM management and COSO‑based internal control frameworks.

Required skills

• SAP S/4HANA
• Risk and Control Matrices (RACM) management
• COSO internal controls framework

What we offer

• Competitive salary range of £70,000‑£80,000 per year.
• Opportunity to work within a well‑established FMCG company.
• Professional development and training support.