Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.
We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.
The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.
Key Figures: Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.
Position Summary:
The Internal Controls & Compliance Manager will report to the Director of Financial Controllership within the Technical Ceramics Global Business Unit (GBU) and play a key leadership role in overseeing internal control processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing financial and operational risks. This position will drive the implementation and optimization of internal controls, lead compliance initiatives, and support audit activities across the business unit. Additionally, the manager will oversee system enhancements, automation initiatives, and technology solutions to improve internal controls and compliance processes. This position is remote and will be required to work with mulitple timezones. This position requires some travel.
Key Responsibilities:
Internal Controls & Risk Management:
Design, implement, and maintain the internal control framework for the Technical Ceramics GBU.
Conduct and lead risk assessments to identify control gaps and develop remediation strategies.
Ensure internal controls align with corporate policies, financial reporting standards (SOX, IFRS, GAAP), and industry regulations.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, recommending improvements as needed.
Lead internal training programs that discuss compliance best practices, internal control awareness, and ethical business conduct.
Lead cross-functional projects related to internal controls, compliance, and process automation.
Audit & Process Improvement:
Manage relationships with internal and external auditors, ensuring a smooth audit process.
Prepare and present, internal control assessments, and compliance documentation.
Lead the identification of process inefficiencies and drive initiatives to streamline and optimize financial and operational workflows.
Oversee remediation plans to address control deficiencies and track progress toward compliance improvements.
Balance Sheet Review & Reconciliation Oversight:
Review balance sheet account reconciliations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting policies.
Conduct regular balance sheet reviews to identify discrepancies, potential risks, and necessary adjustments.
Partner with finance and accounting teams to enhance the quality and efficiency of balance sheet reconciliations.
Ensure timely resolution of reconciling items and drive process improvements in financial close activities.
Support the implementation of best practices for account reconciliation and financial reporting controls.
Technology & Systems for Internal Controls:
Lead the evaluation, implementation, and optimization of systems and platforms that enhance internal controls, financial processes, and compliance management such as FloQast and SharePoint workflows.
Identify and integrate automation solutions to improve efficiency in finance, risk management, and operational controls.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using data analytics and reporting tools to monitor risks and compliance adherence.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in internal controls, compliance, audit, or financial controllership.
Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks.
Proven track record of leading audit processes and risk assessments.
Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to drive projects to completion.
Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with experience working cross-functionally across departments.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global business environment.
Fluent in English.
Morgan Advanced Materials is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer Ind-1
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