Job Description

About the Role

Internal Controls Analyst

Knutsford - Hybrid

Permanent, Full time

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Internal Controls Analyst to join our Risk and Internal Controls team based in Knutsford, UK. Reporting to the Head of Risk and Internal Controls, you will play a key role in strengthening and maintaining the James Fisher Group's internal control environment and risk framework.



With recent updates to the UK Corporate Governance Code, this role focuses on ensuring controls are well-documented, effectively designed, and operating as intended. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the Group to assess, test, and improve controls, contributing to a culture of integrity, resilience, and continuous improvement.

Risk & Control Matrix (RCM) Construction

Identify risks across business processes, reporting, IT systems, and operations Document mitigating controls and supplementary information Highlight control gaps and propose remedial actions

GRC System Management

Maintain and update the Group's GRC system (CoreStream) Support user training and generate reports/dashboards for analysis

Control Testing & Monitoring

Conduct control testing in line with internal methodology Track remediation actions and maintain control documentation

Stakeholder Collaboration

Partner with control owners to enhance control design and effectiveness Provide guidance and training on best practices Assist in preparing reports for senior management and governance committees

Process Improvement

Contribute to automation and streamlining of control processes Support system enhancement and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications and Experience:

Sector experience in James Fisher's core markets: Energy, Defence and Maritime is preferred, but not compulsory. Ideally a candidate should have 3+ years of direct experience within an internal controls function or providing 3rd party internal controls advisory services.

Knowledge

Preference for Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) or local equivalent. Part-qualified accountants considered. Education: Degree, or equivalent (no specific discipline necessary).

Skills - Technical:

Strong knowledge of SOX, COSO and requirements in relation to Provision 29 of the UK Corporate Governance Code. Familiarity with SOC/ISAE reports. Familiarity with a range of ERP systems and functionality. At least a foundation-level understanding of ITGCs. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Experience with GRC systems is desirable, but not essential as training will be provided. Awareness of more complex accounting conventions (e.g. Revenue Recognition, Share Based Payments, Financial Instruments, etc.). General awareness of the inherent risks related to industries and markets that the Group operate in.

Soft Skills:

Strong communication skills, with an ability to break-down complex concepts. Ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills. High attention to detail and analytical thinking. Integrity and objectivity. Creative thinking to identify alternative solutions for remediating issues identified. Being comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

About Us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services company. From our origins as a ship owner and operator, we've evolved to provide the expertise and innovative technology our customers need in the harshest of environments across Energy, Defence and Maritime Transport.



The Energy Division provides safe, sustainable products and services for two core markets, oil and gas and renewables.

The Defence Division provides underwater systems and life support capabilities, for the defence and commercial diving markets.

Maritime Transport is a leading provider of global maritime shipping and ship-to-ship (STS) transfer services.



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