CONTRACT UNTIL AUGUST 2019 My client, a leading Energy company are recruiting in their Finance Department of the Trading division. The Internal Controller works directly alongside the Head of Internal Control and Finance Systems in the Internal Control function of the Trading & Corporate business to manage & oversee the internal control environment of this business unit. The position involves extensive interaction with Trading, Corporate & Marketing business & IT managers and their respective functions, Branch and Group Internal Control teams, as well as Group internal auditors and external auditors. JOB DIMENSIONS Processes and internal controls within the business units, with particular emphasis on SOX compliance, risk assessment, delegation of authority management and Senior Accounting Officer taxation process controls Analysis and perform regular SOX testing for Trading, Corporate processes and IT General Controls Provide support and advise staff on matters relating to SOX compliance Assist in the coordination of Group internal audits and external SOX audits Follow-up internal audit and SOX audit recommendations with respective business managers. Facilitate the implementation of recommendations as well as performing independent validation of such implementations. Update and maintain delegation of authorities structures utilising tools and systems for this purpose Play a prominent role in developing the procedural framework of the company using appropriate IT tools/systems and working alongside the business to advise on the expansion of the inventory of key procedures Provide advice and instructions on issues relating to internal control matters Provide support to help ensure suitable implementation of internal control throughout the Company Assist with Finance business continuity and disaster recovery planning. Conduct internal audit process, as directed: consult with managers and agree the audit scope; plan and conduct the audit; maintain proper working papers; document and present audit findings. Assist with ensuring compliance with current/new relevant regulatory requirements as directed Test the compliance reporting. Assist with anti-fraud activities. QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED The job holder should be educated to degree level with a professional Accounting qualification with at least 1-2 years post qualification experience in an audit background or typically experience of internal audit disciplines in a large operational environment. In addition, in depth knowledge of concepts and principles of laws governing Sarbanes Oxley Act and Financial Regulation rules is essential. Experience in a trading and/or energy industry environment would be advantageous.