Internal Control Manager

Ennismore is a global collective of entrepreneurial and founder-built lifestyle brands, creating some of the world’s most exciting hotels, restaurants and destinations. With a rapidly expanding international portfolio and plans for a future public listing, we are building a best-in-class governance and control environment to support our continued growth.

We are looking for an Internal Control Manager to help design, implement and operate our global Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) framework.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in establishing Ennismore’s global internal control framework within a fast-growing, international business.

Working closely with Finance, IT, Operations and external auditors, you will lead the implementation of our SOX-aligned ICFR programme, helping ensure a strong control environment while supporting our IPO readiness and future listed company obligations.

What You’ll Do

• Design, implement and continuously improve Ennismore’s global ICFR framework aligned with SOX requirements.
• Develop and maintain the risk and control matrix across financial, operational and IT processes.
• Coordinate annual control scoping, risk assessments and documentation.
• Manage the controls inventory and annual testing programme across global functions.
• Partner with process owners to identify control gaps, drive remediation plans and monitor progress.
• Prepare management reporting on ICFR effectiveness and control maturity.
• Support external auditors throughout the integrated audit process.
• Coordinate SOX 302 and 404 certification activities.
• Support governance initiatives including fraud risk management, whistleblowing processes and internal control awareness.
• Promote a strong culture of accountability, compliance and continuous improvement across the organisation.

What We’re Looking For:

• ACA, ACCA, CIA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 7–12 years’ experience in Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Risk Advisory or External Audit.
• Strong understanding of SOX 302/404, ICFR and COSO Internal Control Framework.
• Experience implementing or operating an ICFR programme within a listed company, IPO environment or Big Four advisory
• Knowledge of IT General Controls (ITGCs) and experience working alongside technology and cybersecurity teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence teams across multiple countries and cultures.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where processes continue to evolve.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

What Will Make You Stand Out

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