Exciting opportunity for an Assistant Financial Controller to step up into a Compliance and Transformation Lead role based at a large manufacturing site near Maidstone, Kent. Monday to Friday 8.30 5.30. Permanent contract offering great career prospects and benefits to include Pension, Private Medical, on-site gym and more. This site is part of a global recycling / packaging manufacturing group. We are looking for a versatile and proactive Assistant Financial Controller / Transformation and Compliance Lead to support a broad range of finance-related projects within the two sites in the UK. Whilst a foundation in Audit and/or SOX compliance is important, this role also offers the opportunity to contribute to sustainability reporting and other strategic finance initiatives. You will work closely with cross-functional and cross business area teams to drive successful project delivery that supports regulatory compliance, financial integrity, and sustainability goals. Finance Compliance and Transformation Lead actions: Manage and contribute to a variety of finance projects spanning SOX compliance, sustainability reporting, and other finance transformation initiatives. Ensuring compliance with group requirements according to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) by defined deadlines. Advising Financial Controllers on improvement potentials regarding SOX and potential cost implications. Harmonizing controls and processes across the two sites and accompanying change processes. Conducting risk and vulnerability analyses, including deriving measures for process optimization and introducing new processes and initiatives. Assist in developing and enhancing sustainability reporting audit-ability. Collaborating with sustainability, and business stakeholders to ensure projects align with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements. Stay up to date with changes in SOX regulations, sustainability reporting standards, and other relevant frameworks. Development and automation of financial reporting. Qualifications and Experience Foundation in SOX compliance and a proven track record of success Versatile and proactive approach to managing multiple projects and priorities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to analyse complex financial data and provide actionable insights Proficiency in risk assessment and vulnerability analysis Knowledge of sustainability reporting standards and best practices Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and automation Relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Full Job Description available on request. This is a great opportunity to join the technical team of a company at the forefront of its industry. If you would like to find out more, please apply or contact Tim at Technical Placements for an informal chat.