Interim UK SOX Implementation Lead (Internal Controls) | £600-£700 Per Day | London (Hybrid) | 6-9 Month Contract | ACCA/ACA/ICAEW
The Opportunity
We’re partnering with a fast-paced, forward-thinking organisation preparing for UK SOX readiness and wider internal controls enhancement.
The client is looking for an experienced Interim UK SOX / Internal Controls Lead to drive improvements in internal control design, governance, and documentation across key financial and operational processes.
This is a hands-on role suited to a senior finance or audit professional with strong SOX and internal controls experience, ideally from a Top 10 audit background with significant post-practice industry experience. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the organisation’s control framework and readiness for evolving UK Corporate Reform expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, enhancement, and implementation of internal control frameworks in preparation for UK SOX compliance.
- Conduct detailed control reviews across key financial and operational processes, identifying gaps and implementing effective remediation plans.
- Partner with senior finance leadership, audit, and IT teams to ensure a consistent, practical, and risk-based approach to control improvements.
- Develop clear process documentation, control matrices, and testing plans aligned with SOX and UK Corporate Reform (Provision 29) requirements.
- Provide technical insight and best practice guidance on control design and effectiveness.
- Lead control walkthroughs and testing, ensuring high-quality evidence and clear reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support change management by embedding a culture of control awareness and accountability across the business.
- Where relevant, oversee or mentor internal audit or project resources contributing to the UK SOX readiness programme.
Required Key Skills & Experience
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / ICAEW) with strong technical grounding.
- Significant experience in SOX and internal controls frameworks, ideally gained within a listed or large multinational environment.
- Top 10 audit firm background strongly preferred – with exposure to risk, controls, and assurance engagements.
- Proven experience designing and implementing internal control frameworks (financial, operational, or IT) in line with SOX or UK Corporate Reform requirements.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
Interim UK SOX Implementation Lead (Internal Controls) | £600-£700 Per Day | London (Hybrid) | 6-9 Month Contract | ACCA/ACA/ICAEW