Purpose of the Job:
The Risk and Controls Manager establishes and maintains a strong internal control framework across the organization, with a focus on financial processes and operational risks. The role ensures financial practices comply with regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry best practices, while identifying and mitigating risks that could affect operational and financial performance.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve the organization's risk management and internal control framework.
- Apply strong risk and control expertise to assess business scenarios, identify significant issues, analyze operations, review compliance, recommend controls, and audit safeguards.
- Communicate audit findings and draft reports for the Finance Head, providing recommendations that drive constructive change. Manage or support internal projects that strengthen the internal audit function, including knowledge building, agile auditing, risk integration, continuous auditing through data analytics, AI, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure new service lines, such as data analytics and technology audits, are considered and used in audits as directed.
- Present audit conclusions to business unit management, either onsite or remotely, as needed.
- Perform detailed revenue analysis to identify and prevent revenue leakage.
- Participate in information-gathering activities, including authority-for-expenditure reviews, risk report reviews, and technical insight report reviews.
- Conduct regular risk assessments across business units, identifying areas of exposure and recommending mitigations.
- Lead the design and execution of internal control reviews, including walkthroughs and testing of key controls.
- Collaborate with finance and operational teams to embed control mechanisms into standard business processes.
- Monitor compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and international financial reporting standards.
- Support and coordinate internal and external audit activities, ensuring timely resolution of findings and recommendations.
- Prepare clear and concise risk and control reporting for senior leadership and the Audit Committee.
- Lead the rollout of control-related training and awareness programs across departments.
- Act as a subject matter expert for SOX (if applicable) or other governance frameworks adopted by the company.
- Support the digitalization of control processes and champion automation where feasible.
- Own or contribute to departmental improvement projects, including the Guest Auditor Program, Argus AI tool, and Centers of Excellence Program.
- Apply creative thinking and critical analysis to ensure projects support the company's transformation strategy.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master's degree or professional certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA) preferred.
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in internal controls, risk management, internal audit, or compliance.
- Prior Big 4 experience is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of financial processes, enterprise risk management (ERM), and control frameworks (e.g., COSO, SOX).
- Experience in shipping, logistics, or supply chain environments is an advantage.
- Proficient in risk management tools, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and data analytics platforms.
Key Competencies:
- High attention to detail and analytical rigor
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work independently and manage cross-functional projects
- Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing control gaps
