Interim Risk and Controls Lead

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 notice 

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