Risk & Controls Manager

Location: Warley

About the Business
We have the opportunity to be a Risk & Controls Manager for a large, listed company based in Quinton. This position would suit a determined individual looking to thrive within a successful and motivated finance team. The role offers great chance for progression and super flexible working!
Main Duties:
As a Risk & Controls Manager, your main duties include:
 
* Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, supporting professional growth and maintaining high service standards.
 
* Oversee the design, implementation, and monitoring of key financial controls to ensure compliance and reduce risk.
 
* Manage regular financial review cycles, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities, and ensuring timely follow-up on agreed actions.
 
* Analyse financial data and performance dashboards to highlight areas of concern and drive continuous improvement.
 
* Lead periodic balance sheet and contract reviews, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and clear reporting of findings.
 
* Strengthen risk management processes, including reconciliations, cash and stock controls, and fraud prevention measures.
 
* Partner with internal stakeholders to build strong working relationships and promote a culture of accountability and compliance.
 
* Support audit activity and ensure recommendations are implemented within agreed timelines.
 
* Provide regular performance updates to senior leadership, highlighting key risks, control effectiveness, and improvement initiatives.
Location / Office / Culture
The role is hybrid with 2 days in the office based in Quinton. The company operates from a modern office, where collaborative working and employee progression is highly valued. The business offers flexible working and, due to the size of the company, offers great opportunity for career growth and development.

What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
 
* Preferably qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
 
* Demonstrated experience leading, motivating, and developing teams of finance professionals at varying levels of qualification.
 
* Experience managing and supporting organisational change initiatives.
 
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and evaluate complex information.
 
* Clear and effective communicator, able to present information concisely both verbally and in writing.
 
* Proficient in financial systems and data tools, including advanced spreadsheet capabilities.
Why Join the business
 
* Flexible working (2 days a week in office).
 
* Large and growing business.
 
* Fantastic team to progress within.
 
* Free breakfast.
About Us
We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly.