Testing Manager - Internal Controls

The Testing Manager of Internal Controls will be responsible for ensuring a strong internal control environment through the development of policies and procedures, ensuring implementation and monitoring compliance. The position will work to foster standardization and consistency across Bunzl business processes and internal controls framework. The ideal candidate is a people leader and critical thinker within the internal control environment. They are organized with excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills. In this role, the Testing Manager will own the operating effectiveness monitoring program of the internal control framework to ensure controls are tested periodically and reporting is created to showcase status. They will deliver adequate and timely action plans and monitor progress to address and resolve control deficiencies noted via the operating effectiveness monitoring program efforts. The manager will lead a team of 4-6 individuals daily, ensuring their execution of deliverables in a coaching and mentorship manner that is aligned for success. The Testing Manager will also formulate policies and procedures to improve internal controls, compliance, and efficiency. They will assist in leading the process for internal controls implementation and reviews across Bunzl North America, delivering adequate and timely reporting on the internal control framework and control deficiencies to ensure appropriate communication, documentation, escalation to business partners, senior leadership, and the audit committee. Collaboration with business leaders and process owners will be essential to implement and monitor remediation efforts resulting from internal control assessments, ensuring effective implementation of corrective action. The manager will actively seek standardization and automation, applying and implementing best practices for managing internal controls and deploying innovative technology to enhance and continuously improve the design and operating effectiveness of the controls, documentation, assessment, and review procedures. Additionally, the Testing Manager will engage with internal and external auditors to ensure consideration and resolution of all relevant risks and audit findings. They will develop and conduct adequate training and prepare related information material on the internal control objectives, approach, and methodology to business partners regularly to build knowledge, relationships, and understanding of risks and control.