Talent.com
RISK&CONTROLS DIRECTOR (CHARLOTTE, NC)

RISK&CONTROLS DIRECTOR (CHARLOTTE, NC)

Charlotte StaffingCharlotte, NC, US
23 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director, Risk&Controls

Compass Corporate

  • A family of companies and experiences
  • . As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!
  • great people. great services. great results.
  • Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

Job Summary

Reporting to the VP, Risk and Controls, the Director, Risk&Controls is an exciting opportunity for a candidate with a strong financial / internal controls and risk management background to join the North America Risk&Controls team, based in our Charlotte Corporate Office. As part of the Second Line of Defense, the team oversees the internal control frameworks to monitor that these continue to meet leading practices and UK Corporate Governance Code requirements as they evolve. The Director will lead a team of 58 professionals, providing direction, oversight, and coaching to ensure consistent, high-quality execution of monitoring, testing, and reporting activities. This role will partner with control pillar owners and senior stakeholders to support a robust risk and control environment by providing assurance of the design and operating effectiveness of controls, sharing leading practices, and guiding control owners to strengthen their processes with a primary focus in the areas of food / workplace safety, compliance, and ESG controls. The Director will have accountability for overseeing the documentation, challenge, monitoring, testing, reporting, and escalation of risk and control issues. In addition, the Director will support the enterprise risk management process. As part of a new and growing team, the Director will have a hands-on leadership opportunity to shape and advance the organization's control environment as it progresses on its control enhancement journey.

Responsibilities

  • Working closely with the second line control pillar owners, lead the ongoing design, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal controls frameworks.
  • Own the second line control pillar for designated control areas (e.g., Sales and Retention, Business Continuity Planning, etc.)
  • Provide leadership and oversight to the Risk&Controls team, setting priorities, guiding performance, and developing team capability.
  • Assure business processes across functions and sectors have appropriate controls to manage risks effectively, including participation in risk assessments as needed.
  • Serve as a key advisor and challenger to corporate functions and operating sectors on their identified risks and controls as documented in their Risk and Control Matrices (RACMs).
  • Oversee the development and documentation of process flows, RACMs, and related control documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and clarity.
  • Identify and promote leading practices that can be leveraged across the organization to drive consistency and efficiency.
  • Develop and disseminate guidance to support the organization with control compliance such as job aids and control owner training.
  • Partner with business teams and functional leaders on cross-departmental projects to improve the overall control environment, including process optimization and automation opportunities.
  • Support the VP Risk and Controls in executing the enterprise risk assessment process.
  • Lead and support training initiatives to improve awareness and understanding of internal control requirements across the organization.
  • Partner with both internal and external audit teams to ensure streamlined and effective audit processes.
  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the organization to enhance risk and control awareness and strengthen accountability for effective risk management.
  • Respond to emerging regulatory updates / UK Corporate Governance Code updates.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Deep technical expertise in internal controls, with the ability to assess, challenge, and improve both design and operating effectiveness.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to identify risks, evaluate controls, and propose practical solutions.
  • Proven ability to influence, challenge, and build trust with senior stakeholders across multiple functions.
  • Excellent leadership skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams and fostering collaboration.
  • Strong planning, coordination, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Prior experience in Finance Control, Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Assurance, or Controls Assurance.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to convey complex risk and control concepts in a clear, simple, engaging and concise manner.
  • Self-starter with the ability to lead initiatives independently while engaging effectively across various teams.
  • Qualifications

  • Four-year bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
  • Professional qualification such as CPA, CIA, or CISA (required)
  • Minimum 7-8 years of experience in financial controls, internal audits, SOX audits, risk and controls assessment, risk assurance, preferably in a Big-4 firm or Fortune 500 organization.
  • Strong knowledge of Internal Auditing Standards, PCAOB Standards, and COSO, etc.
  • Recent (past 5 years) US SOX experience strongly preferred.
  • Excellent PC Skills (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio, Electronic audit work papers, etc.)
  • Experience with SAP S / 4 and HFM preferred.
  • Familiarity with the UK Corporate Governance Code preferred.
  • Apply to Compass Group today!

    Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance / AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site / state)
  • Personal Leave
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

    Req ID : 1475827 Compass Corporate Julia Vogel

    Create a job alert for this search

    Director Charlotte Nc • Charlotte, NC, US

    Related jobs
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Wellness Director

    Wellness Director

    Summit Place Of MooresvilleMooresville, NC, US
    Full-time
    Summit Place of Mooresville is seeking an RN / LPN to join their team as a Wellness Director!.The Wellness Director is responsible for providing overall leadership and management of the health and we...Show moreLast updated: 14 hours ago
    • Promoted
    Accounting Manager

    Accounting Manager

    Vaco by HighspringClaremont, NC, US
    Permanent
    Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Accounting Manager will lead the day-to-day financial accounting and administrative activities with functional responsibility over the general ledger, accounts p...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Travel Echo Tech - $1,940 per week in Mooresville, NC

    Travel Echo Tech - $1,940 per week in Mooresville, NC

    AlliedTravelCareersMooresville, NC, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with FlexCare to find a qualified Echo Tech in Mooresville, North Carolina, 28115!.FlexCare is a nationwide leader in the staffing of travel nurses and clinicians.Wit...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
    • Promoted
    Shift Leader

    Shift Leader

    Papa JohnsIndian Trail, NC, US
    Full-time
    The Shift Leader supervises shifts and / or work areas in the operation of a Papa John’s restaurant to ensure high quality products and customer service are delivered to ensure restaurant profi...Show moreLast updated: 17 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director, Casino Design and Construction

    Director, Casino Design and Construction

    Delaware NorthKings Mountain, NC, US
    Full-time +1
    Delaware North is hiring a full-time Director of Design and Construction, Gaming Projects to join our team at the Catawba Two Kings Casino job site in Kings Mountain, North Carolina.As Director of ...Show moreLast updated: 10 days ago
    • Promoted
    Director-Regulation

    Director-Regulation

    Public Service Company of North Carolina, IncorporatedGastonia, NC, United States
    Full-time
    At Enbridge, we are seeking an experienced.This role involves managing regulatory activities for Enbridge Gas in North Carolina. The successful candidate will work closely with the North Carolina Ut...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Operations Manager - Regional Distribution Center - Newton, NC

    Operations Manager - Regional Distribution Center - Newton, NC

    TargetNewton, NC, US
    Full-time
    Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position.These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Tar...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
    • Promoted
    Shift Manager

    Shift Manager

    SonicMooresville, NC, US
    Full-time
    Hot burgers, cold shakes, and little moments of magic right in the neighborhood.At SONIC, we do things a little differently. We find the fun, the moment of chill in the every-day.Working at SONIC, y...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Operations

    Director of Operations

    YER USAFort Mill, SC, US
    Full-time
    Location : Fort Mill, SC (100% on-site).The ideal candidate has experience leading operations in a customized / turnkey-solution equipment manufacturing setting, and is someone who thrives in a fast-p...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
    • Promoted
    VP Finance (Governance, Risk, & Compliance)

    VP Finance (Governance, Risk, & Compliance)

    Vaco by HighspringFort Mill, SC, US
    Permanent
    Our client is a Fortune 500 financial services organization undergoing significant growth and transformation across its finance and technology platforms. The company fosters a collaborative, forward...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Technical Manager, Pipeline Asset Management

    Technical Manager, Pipeline Asset Management

    Union Gas LimitedGastonia, NC, United States
    Full-time +1
    This role is instrumental in integrating the US Utilities business into the GDS Asset Management Program.You will lead efforts to establish and coordinate processes, standards, tools, and controls ...Show moreLast updated: 6 hours ago
    • Promoted
    Travel Echo Tech - $1,919 per week in Mooresville, NC

    Travel Echo Tech - $1,919 per week in Mooresville, NC

    AlliedTravelCareersMooresville, NC, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Atlas MedStaff to find a qualified Echo Tech in Mooresville, North Carolina, 28117!.Atlas Medstaff is currently seeking candidates in the Echo Tech (Echo Tech) p...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
    • Promoted
    EHS Engineer

    EHS Engineer

    CommscopeCatawba, North Carolina, US
    Full-time
    In our 'always on' world, we believe it's essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.Our EHS team is growing, and we are adding an Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) Engineer on...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Director of Finance, Catawba Two Kings Casino

    Director of Finance, Catawba Two Kings Casino

    Delaware NorthKings Mountain, NC, US
    Full-time +1
    On behalf of our customer, Catawba Two Kings Casino, Delaware North is actively recruiting for a Director of Finance in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. As the Director of Finance, you will be respon...Show moreLast updated: 10 days ago
    • Promoted
    RISK & CONTROLS MANAGER (CHARLOTE, NC)

    RISK & CONTROLS MANAGER (CHARLOTE, NC)

    Compass CorporateCharlotte, NC, US
    Full-time
    A family of companies and experiences.As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results.If youve been hun...Show moreLast updated: 15 days ago
    • Promoted
    Travel Echo Tech - $1,906 to $2,106 per week in Mooresville, NC

    Travel Echo Tech - $1,906 to $2,106 per week in Mooresville, NC

    AlliedTravelCareersMooresville, NC, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Ventura MedStaff to find a qualified Echo Tech in Mooresville, North Carolina, 28117!. Are you ready to take your Travel career to the next level? See places you...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
    • Promoted
    Engineer III - Integrity Management

    Engineer III - Integrity Management

    Public Service Company of North Carolina, IncorporatedGastonia, NC, United States
    Full-time
    The Gas Transmission Integrity Management organization is responsible for evaluating the risk and threats to the integrity of the gas transmission system then developing and implementing a strategi...Show moreLast updated: 28 days ago
    • Promoted
    Travel Echo Tech - $1,809 to $2,005 per week in Mooresville, NC

    Travel Echo Tech - $1,809 to $2,005 per week in Mooresville, NC

    AlliedTravelCareersMooresville, NC, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with LRS Healthcare to find a qualified Echo Tech in Mooresville, North Carolina, 28117!.Ready to start your next travel adventure? LRS Healthcare offers a full benef...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago