Group Internal Controls Manager

Summary of Role

The Group Internal Control Manager will be responsible for the design, implementation and management of an effective internal control environment with a view to sustain and enhance the accuracy of financial reporting throughout Lightsource bp.

The Group Internal Control Manager will be a pragmatic, knowledgeable self‑starter with a hands‑on approach and experience in SOX implementation and ongoing compliance as well as related reporting requirements.

• Drive the design and implementation of SOX controls throughout the group in a phased manner, prioritizing areas of most risk.
• Post‑implementation review, feedback and compliance monitoring; driving continuous improvement.
• Consolidation and reporting of implementation progress and compliance status.
• Design and implementation of control environment
• Determine a risk‑focused and phased implementation plan that addresses the areas of greatest risk as priority.
• Co‑ordination and collaboration with central and regional Accounting, Reporting & Control (‘ARC’) teams throughout the design and implementation phase, creating a ‘fit‑for‑purpose’ control environment.
• Co‑ordination with bp Control & Assurance to ensure alignment with centralized control requirements, whilst balancing with the specific risks related to the Lightsource bp business.
• Map end‑to‑end key financial processes, clearly documenting the activities to be undertaken, expected cadence and timelines, the risks and associated controls.
• Post‑implementation review, feedback and compliance monitoring
• Deliver and produce training material to enhance understanding and knowledge of SOX requirements, in‑turn maximizing compliance and quality of documentation.
• Co‑ordinate and perform regular monitoring activities in an efficient and prompt manner to ensure continued compliance as well as the identification of areas requiring improvement.
• Share best practice and lessons learned across ARC and foster a culture of continuous improvement and ongoing compliance.
• Identify control deficiencies and, working with the respective ARC team members, create and track plans to remedy.
• Consolidation and reporting of implementation and compliance status
• Develop an internal assurance / attestation plan to ensure ongoing monitoring, maintenance and compliance.
• Working with Digital Transformation and Automation, design and implement tools that maximise efficiency for control operators and facilitate accurate and timely reporting.
• Produce and present material to Global Head of ARC and Group Finance Director to provide an overview of implementation progress and ongoing compliance.

• Qualified ACCA, ACMA, ACA, CISA, CIA or equivalent with 2+ years post qualified experience.
• The ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment interfacing with internal stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Experience in financial controls management, internal audit, or related roles, in a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and corporate governance standards (e.g., Sarbanes‑Oxley).
• Track record of leading change initiatives, driving process improvements, and implementing control enhancements in a complex organizational environment.
• Able to meet tight time frames and drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent communications skills and ability to present information to senior stakeholders.
• Ability to challenge and design solutions that meet regulatory requirements and the business needs.

• Pragmatic, self‑starter and solution‑focused individual.
• Pro‑active, hands‑on and hardworking nature.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to organise workload and prioritise to maximum effect.
• Flexible approach in a fast‑paced business which is constantly changing; keep a clear head under pressure.
• Curiosity to understand and challenge the business to drive the most appropriate solutions.
• Ability to build global relationships with people from finance and non‑finance backgrounds.
• Excellent attention to detail when checking information with an ability to recognise and question anomalies.
• Eagerness to learn and grow with the business.