Head of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting

Group Head of ICFR is accountable for all financial control matters across the Group and has financial control oversight of work happening in functions that either directly or indirectly contribute to ‘getting the numbers right’ and prevention of material fraud. Client Details The company is a leading player in the retail industry with a workforce exceeding 2000. With a strong presence in Yorkshire, it prides itself on its commitment to delivering quality products and services to its customers. Description the Head of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting is responsible for; Building the Financial Control Team to create a Centre of Excellence working with the Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, the Shared Services team & broader Finance. Lead on the development of policies and procedures to mitigate risks and achieve reliable financial reporting and protection of Company assets. Oversee the ICFR Program, including the design & operating effectiveness of controls. Lead on the remediation of deficiencies identified. This will involve implementing new controls, enhancing existing controls and redesigning some processes to mitigate the risk of material misstatement. Key leadership role in Corporate Responsibility; establish a cadence and agenda of key control items and steps to resolution with visibility of key topics. Lead the ICOFR Progra…