Interim Internal Controls Specialist - ACA Qualified (Practice Background)Location: Milton Keynes Contract Type: 6 months Rate/Salary: 60-70k / £350 - £400 per day We're partnering with a leading organisation undergoing a period of transformation and process improvement. They are seeking an experienced Interim Internal Controls Specialist to support and strengthen their internal control environment. This is a key role suited to a hands-on professional with a strong technical background, ideally ACA-qualified from a top-tier practice, with experience in internal controls, SOX, risk, or audit. Key Responsibilities:
- Review, assess, and improve internal control frameworks across key finance and operational processes
- Support ongoing risk management and compliance initiatives
- Identify control weaknesses and recommend practical, scalable solutions
- Collaborate with stakeholders across finance, audit, and operations to ensure robust control implementation
- Assist in the preparation for internal and external audit reviews
- Drive process documentation and standardisation across teams
What We're Looking For: - ACA qualified, ideally from a Big 4/top 10 practice
- Proven experience in internal controls, risk management, or internal audit
- Strong understanding of control frameworks (e.g. SOX, COSO)
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, changing environment
- Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing across the business
- Available at short notice
This is a fantastic opportunity to make an immediate impact in a business committed to continuous improvement and control excellence.