COMPANY

ZR Consultants (ZRC) is a successful business consulting firm specialising in Governance, Risk and Controls with a track record of delivering large scale projects which include SOX Compliance (Sarbanes Oxley), Business and IT Controls Transformation (SAP4/HANA, ORACLE Fusion Control & process design), Controls rationalisation and optimisation, Internal Audits, ESG, and regulatory compliance to clients all over Europe.
Established in 2003, we have expanded rapidly over the last 5 years and have amassed a number of global Blue-Chip clients. As we continue to grow, we remain dedicated to delivering high quality, cost-effective services to our clients and expanding our global reach. To learn more please visit www.zrconsultants.co.uk

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• 10+ years of experience in risk management, internal controls, or related field
• Risk assessment methodologies and control design
• Experience of delivering SOX compliance and/or ICOFR frameworks
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication abilities and eagerness to develop stakeholder management skills
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CIA, CRISC) or pursuit of these qualifications is a plus
  This role is advertised on a daily rate basis; however, we also offer a salaried option ranging from £80,000 to £100,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
  Agencies, please note we are not looking for your support on this recruitment.

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking an ambitious Internal Controls Consultant to join our growing team and contribute to developing our client’s Control Framework which requires a significant Risk and Controls assessment and transformation scope. We are looking for individuals who ideally have experience of documenting and designing both Business and IT Controls, however, will accept applications from all backgrounds.
You will be managing a full process review of Accounts Payable (AP), Procure to Pay (P2P), Record to Report (R2R) and Segregation of Duties (SOD). You will be responsible for setting up and participating in workshops and walkthroughs of end to end processes to identify all Risks and any existing mitigating controls, you will also be responsible for identifying any control gaps.
This will involve producing Risk and Controls matrixes, high quality process flows and Gap Assessments. The ideal candidate will have experience of working on SOX or governance programmes from scratch where processes, risks and controls have to be documented via consultation with stakeholders, walkthroughs and workshops.
The ideal candidate will also have experience in Design Effectiveness Assessments (DEA) and Operational Effectiveness Testing (OET) and have a track record of producing high quality test papers that can be relied upon by third parties.
A background in project support and exposure to controls transformation projects is advantageous.
You must possess strong stakeholder management skills and be proactive in obtaining required evidence, escalating delays when necessary. Experience of conducting workshops, analysing processes to identify risk and control gaps, and documenting methodologies is desirable.
An understanding of UK Corporate Governance Code standards in relation to Risk and Controls is beneficial.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Full assessment of AP/P2P/R2R/SOD processes
• Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) provisions and methodologies
• Resolving challenges and remediating issues under guidance
• Build relationships with stakeholders, including external and internal auditors
• Actively participate in the development and continuous improvement of the organisation’s risk and control framework
• Stay updated on relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices