Job Description

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced

Risk & Controls Transformation Consultant

to support the enhancement and delivery of our client's risk and control framework within a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This role requires deep expertise in documenting and assessing business and IT controls, strong project management capability, and a confident approach to stakeholder engagement.

You will play a key role in designing and embedding effective risk and control practices, conducting Design and Operational Effectiveness assessments, and driving control optimisation across business functions and systems (e.g. SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Fusion).

Key Responsibilities

Business Process Controls

Develop, challenge, and refine business controls aligned with process risks across multiple functional areas. Create detailed control documentation including process maps, narratives, risk and control matrices. Identify and articulate control objectives mapped to risk assessments. Conduct Design Effectiveness Assessments (DEA) and test the Operational Effectiveness (OET) of key business controls. Lead remediation planning and execution for any control gaps identified.

IT General & Application Controls

Design and enhance IT General Controls (ITGCs) and IT Application Controls (ITACs). Produce structured documentation for IT processes, supported by flowcharts and control matrices. Evaluate and validate IT control effectiveness through DEA and OET processes. Support and track remediation efforts related to control weaknesses.

Governance & Assurance

Apply Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) frameworks to assess internal controls. Drive process improvement by identifying control inefficiencies and proposing actionable recommendations. Act as a key point of contact for internal and external auditors. Facilitate workshops to analyse business and IT processes and align stakeholders to control objectives and assurance methodologies.

Required Skills & Experience

Minimum 8 years' experience in Risk & Controls, SOX compliance, or Controls Transformation. Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong knowledge of financial systems and processes. Proven background in risk and controls documentation, design, and testing methodologies. Track record of working with large transformation programmes (e.g. SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Fusion). Skilled in managing challenging stakeholder environments and driving timely evidence collection. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Visio for process mapping. Deep understanding of the UK Corporate Governance Code and its application to control design.

Desirable Qualifications

Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA. Familiarity with control and risk frameworks such as COSO, COBIT. Experience with ESG risk and controls (a plus).

Technical & Soft Skills

Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset. Confidence in running workshops, documenting assurance processes, and presenting findings. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proactive, persistent, and adaptable approach in complex, evolving environments.

Why Join Us?

You'll be working on high-impact projects for reputable clients, helping shape and embed effective control environments that align with emerging regulatory expectations and best practices. This is a great opportunity to grow your expertise in a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Agencies, please note we are not looking for your support on this recruitment.

Equal Opportunities

As a proud Ethnic Minority Owned Business, ZR Consultants is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity in our organisation. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 250.00-400.00 per day

Benefits:

Company pension Referral programme Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

How many years of Business Controls experience? How many years of IT Controls experience? How many years of SOX experience? Have you developed a Risk & Control Matrix from scratch? How many years of project management? Do you have a valid CIA or CISA? Please indicate your availability or notice period?
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Work authorisation:

* United Kingdom (required)