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Distinct is working exclusively with a respected Leicester-based organisation that is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Risk & Controls professional to support a critical phase of process review and controls enhancement within the finance function.
This is a day rate role (inside IR35)
- Location: Leicestershire (hybrid offered)
- Start date: Within one week
- Duration: 3 months
Reporting to the Finance Director, you’ll lead on the review, documentation, and testing of finance-related controls, ensuring they meet internal standards and SOX requirements. You’ll also play a vital role in embedding improved control processes across the finance function and supporting readiness for audit.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct detailed testing of key financial controls as part of SOX compliance efforts
- Review and enhance existing finance risk and control frameworks
- Identify control design and operating effectiveness gaps, and recommend remediation actions
- Collaborate with process owners to update documentation and support control walkthroughs
- Prepare for and support both internal and external audit requirements
- Provide insightful reporting and recommendations to senior finance leadership
Background
- Strong background in internal audit and ideally SOX
- Experience in control testing, documentation, and remediation planning
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) strongly preferred
- Track record of working in fast-paced, evolving environments (interim or project-based roles ideal)
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Immediate availability or short noticeÂ
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