Europe SOX Accountant

Rentokil Initial Plc is a top FTSE global leader in support services, operating in over 88 countries and employing around 46,000 people. The Company’s core service lines are pest control and hygiene, together with a variety of other service lines that it clusters together and reports as “Protect and Enhance” businesses (e.g. France Workwear, Ambius Plants, UK Property Care etc). The main global brands are Rentokil, Initial and Ambius. This newly created role will work with an implementation manager, and then run the BAU SOX Program in Germany, Netherlands and Italy and the ongoing support and governance working remotely with travel as necessary. SOX Ongoing Support Support the ongoing IT General Controls remediation plan across Germany, Netherlands and Italy Regularly review SOX Processes and undertake regular audits of controls in place against RACM documents within Germany, Netherlands and Italy. Look for opportunities across the German, Netherlands and Italian businesses to standardise the controls and streamline where possible. Develop an appropriate support and training program in relation to SOX and the general governance environment Look for opportunities to automate controls to reduce impact on the organisation. Maintain RACM documentation for the businesses and update as changes in controls or business processes take place. Governance Own and maintain a German, Netherlands and Italian specific governance calendar Manage governance items through to completion and ensure action owners are aware of timelines Report against the governance calendar and highlight status of key actions Continuously update the calendar to ensure it covers all key activities and reflects the changing business Ensure any new regulatory or legislative requirements are considered and added as necessary Other Ad Hoc Task Support and Coordinate on both internal and external audits within the region. Take responsibility for ensuring follow up actions for audit are completed. Requirements Qualified accountant, auditor, or operational risk specialist A solid understanding of financial systems and technology Ability to engage with and influence senior stakeholders Experience of working in a multinational environment Hands on experience of process mapping and internal controls Desirable Project Management skills and experience Change Management Understanding of COSO Framework