Financial Manager

We are recruiting an Internal Controls professional to join our global finance team based in Cambridge. This role will play a key part in maintaining and enhancing our SOX framework, ensuring strong financial controls across a complex, multinational pharmaceutical organisation. You will work closely with Finance, IT and business stakeholders to design, implement and test internal controls, supporting regulatory compliance and driving continuous improvement.Key Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the SOX control framework across multiple business units
• Perform risk assessments and design effective financial and IT controls
• Lead SOX testing activities, including documentation, walkthroughs and remediation
• Partner with process owners to strengthen controls and embed best practice
• Support external audit and regulatory reviews
• Identify opportunities to automate and improve control processes
• Provide training and guidance on internal controls and compliance requirements

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in SOX and internal controls within a regulated environment
• Background in pharmaceutical, life sciences, or other complex global organisations preferred
• Strong understanding of financial processes (RTR, P2P, O2C)
• Experience working with auditors and senior stakeholders
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, international setting
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Hybrid working model
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• Career progression within a global organisation
• Exposure to international projects and senior leadership