Internal Controls Manager

Internal Controls Manager

At THE ICONIC, we issue the call to live your way, to liberate yourself from meaningless constraints. It’s time to reach for a better tomorrow, to spend less time searching and more time finding. We are inclusive and inspiring and – as your go-to destination for fashion, sport, beauty and more – we exist to liberate our customers through choice.

More about the role…

We are looking for somebody with the right mix of financial acumen and stakeholder management skills to analyse and report on the robustness of THE ICONIC’s internal control framework. You will have experience derived either from an audit firm or industry and be able to ‘hit the ground running’, applying knowledge to assess as well as influence the effective design and operation of controls. 

What Will You Be Doing

• Lead the internal controls review programme, encompassing planning, walkthroughs, testing and reporting.
• Document control weaknesses, articulating findings to management to ensure alignment and agree action plans.  Track and report on action plan progress.
• Partner with the stakeholders to raise awareness of the importance of controls and embedding controls capability and ownership within the business
• Support the development of an IT General Controls (ITGC) governance framework in collaboration with the Senior Controls Manager.
• Prepare information for Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Committee reports and coordinate Internal Audit remediation updates.
• Provide ad hoc advisory support on internal controls-related matters.
• Manage queries from external audit.

What we are looking for:

• Professional qualification in accounting (CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA or similar).
• 5 years' experience in an accounting, finance, audit or a SOX compliance role. 
• Possess an appropriate combination of technical expertise alongside effective stakeholder management skills, with a focus on collaboration and outcomes.
• Solid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic – inquisitive.
• Ability to articulate controls issues verbally and in writing in an audience-appropriate style.
• Must be able to conduct reviews independently and document the procedures with minimal supervision.
• Proven track record in managing multiple priorities and meeting strict deadlines..
• Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, complex environment and willing to adapt to change.

Why you'll love THE ICONIC

From our ways of working to our growth mindset and sustainable approach, we each add unique value and have an incredible amount of fun doing it! People are our greatest asset and our ICONITE experience is designed to empower you to do your best work. Here’s what to expect when you join THE ICONIC:

• Flexible working. We offer a hybrid and flexible working model so you can do your best work in a way that works for you
• The learning  collective. Get your knowledge fix with our learning days and hackathons
• Parents at THE ICONIC. Access to our parental leave program and an extra day off for your kids' first day of school every year 
• Birthday leave. Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday and an ICONIC voucher to treat yourself
• Curate your style. No matter what your style is, we have got you covered with our Amazing staff discount and our famous sample sales
• People & Planet Positive: From our ethical sourcing and sustainability strategies to our community engagement and diversity, our responsibility is multifaceted, and each of these facets are equally important. 
• Wellbeing. Access to our discounted gym memberships and wellbeing programs
• People first. Access our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family. 
• Volunteer days. Work as a Charity Partner with Thread Together for society and environmental change.
• Refer a friend. Enjoy a referral reward for successfully referring someone to THE ICONIC.

Additional Information

We are committed to providing reasonable arrangements to all individuals participating in our application and interview process, and while performing job functions. If you require any accommodations or adjustments prior to the submission of your application or throughout your interview process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team directly: talent.attraction@theiconic.com.au