At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape and operationalise a global controls framework while partnering with senior stakeholders.
- Company: Join a stable, international company with high ethical standards.
- Benefits: Enjoy remote work options, health insurance, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Great training opportunities and a culture of continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in governance and risk management during our transformation journey.
- Qualifications: Strong finance and controls expertise with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
This is a hybrid role, offering a combination of remote working and working two to three days per week from our London office.
We’re looking for a Controls Manager to help build and embed a robust, scalable controls framework across RS Group. This is a newly created role, offering significant autonomy and visibility as the business continues its transformation journey. You’ll bring strong technical finance and controls expertise, acting as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders while strengthening governance, risk management and compliance in line with the UK Corporate Governance Code.
Responsibilities
- Helping shape and operationalise the Group’s global controls framework across finance and key risk areas
- Leading control walkthroughs, testing and self‑assessments to strengthen confidence in control design and operation
- Identifying control gaps, prioritising remediation and supporting pragmatic, proportionate solutions
- Partnering closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Audit, Transformation and Operations
- Representing Internal Controls in governance forums and change initiatives
- Championing a strong culture of risk awareness, accountability and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Strong experience in finance, audit, risk or internal controls within a complex organisation
- Deep technical understanding of financial processes and control environments
- Ability to influence senior stakeholders with confidence and sound judgement
- Experience contributing to or implementing global risk and controls frameworks
- A proactive, improvement‑focused mindset with strong problem‑solving skills
- ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification preferred (R2R experience advantageous)
Benefits
- A friendly and professional team
- A job in a stable, international company with high ethical and business standards
- Training and development opportunities
- A healthy work‑life balance with the option to work up to 60% remotely
- An ergonomic and digital work environment
- Health insurance after the probation period
Rewards
- Financial: pension/retirement; life assurance; salary finance (payroll deduction loan scheme)
- Wellbeing: medical plans; health screening; critical illness; disability insurance; holiday / paid time off; employee assistance programme; discounted gym/health club membership
- Lifestyle: transportation assistance schemes (e.g., cycle to work, travel loans, car leasing); onsite catering/lunch vouchers; retail discounts
- Spotlight: our global recognition programme provides a platform to highlight and recognise people role modelling our values
Risk & Financial Controls Manager in London employer: RS UK & Ireland
At RS Group, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic hybrid work environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, training opportunities, and a strong focus on work-life balance. Join us in London, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our global controls framework while being part of a supportive team that values ethical standards and continuous improvement.
