Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, provide digital marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realise their financial goals and help them to save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries.

Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Controls Testing Manager , the ICFR Controls Testing Manager will drive the testing methodology, including the risk assessment, planning and execution of assurance activity over critical financial control across the Experian global business.

In collaboration with the ICFR Finance Controls team, the Manager will be responsible for developing and / or executing control testing plans and for communicating gaps in controls following Experian risk management. The Manager will also partner with other assurance functions across the first, second and third line of defence (LOD). You will manage a team of controls testing leads and / or analysts to ensure efficient use of testing resources across the planned tests collaborating with the analytics team to increase automation of testing wherever possible.

What you will do: · Drive the identification and prioritization of testing activities as part of the assurance planning process. · Manage the planning and execution of control tests including coordinating the testing process with key stakeholders, managing the activities of control testing analysts (local and overseas), reviewing the quality of work performed. · Prepare draft reports reflecting the results of work performed and agrees the findings and proposed actions with the business owners. · Present findings to senior managers of the business and the relevant risk management forums · Collaborate with the Data Analytics team to identify opportunities to use high-quality data analytics within testing teams during planning, fieldwork and reporting. · Ensure compliance of the testing team with the assurance methodology. · Develop and maintain the risk universe to support the identification and prioritization of testing and reporting of results and coverage.

Qualifications

What you'll need to bring: · Professional finance or accounting qualification ACA/ACCA or equivalent, including either an audit background (be that external or internal audit) and corporate experience, in an assurance, internal controls or risk position · 7 years+ experience in an audit and accounting firm · Strong Excel skills · An understanding of IT systems and operations · An approach that promotes collaboration and consultation · Experience identifying main risks and improvements in the control environment · Familiar with queries, report writing and presenting findings · Experience working in a multinational environment.

Additional Information

What you will get: · Personal Development - career pathway for professional growth supported by learning and development programs and unlimited access to online educational training courses, learning materials and books. · Work environment - excellent work conditions with friendly environment, recognized strong team spirit, and fun and quality recreation time. · Social benefit package including life insurance, food vouchers, additional health insurance, monthly flex allowance and internet coverage, corporate discounts, marriage and childbirth / adoption allowance, Multisport card, Sharesave plan, Employee assistance program, а birthday gift and many other benefits! · Work-life balance - 25 days paid vacation, 1 additional day off for your birthday and extra 3 paid days for participation in Social responsibility event. · Opportunity for Flexible working hours and Home Office.

Experian is an Equal opportunity employer. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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