SOX Compliance Manager

Sysco GB (Whose operating companies are made up of Brakes Fresh Direct Medina & kff) are now recruiting for a SOX Compliance Manager to lead and manage SOX compliance ensuring a strong and effective control environment. Youll be responsible for working closely with Internal Audit the Process & Controls team and Senior Process Owners to ensure financial processes are welldocumented tested and continuously improved. The role will also oversee a small element of FCA compliance including the submission of regulatory returns.

This is a full time permanent role offering a homebased contract however occasional travel will be required so flexibility is required. The earliest start date for this role is 1st July 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

SOX Compliance & Internal Controls:
Lead SOX compliance efforts for Sysco GB ensuring adherence to internal and external control requirements.
Work closely with Internal Audit the Process & Controls team and Senior Process Owners to maintain a robust control environment.
Ensure financial processes are accurately documented up to date and have appropriate process maps to support compliance.
Oversee and participate in annual SOX walkthroughs with process owners and external auditors ensuring compliance with key control requirements.
Identify and implement control improvements working proactively with stakeholders to enhance financial processes.
Support remediation efforts for any identified control deficiencies ensuring timely resolution.

Stakeholder Management & Reporting:
Act as the key point of contact for SOXrelated matters working closely with finance teams internal audit and external auditors.
Provide regular updates and reports on compliance status key risks and control improvements.
Support training and awareness initiatives to ensure process owners understand their compliance responsibilities.
 

FCA Compliance:
Ensure timely and accurate submission of FCA regulatory returns.
Maintain awareness of relevant financial regulations and work with key stakeholders to ensure compliance with FCA requirements.
Assist in responding to regulatory queries and liaising with relevant teams to support compliance efforts.

Key Skills & Experience:

Youll have extensive experience in SOX compliance internal controls or financial compliance within a corporate environment. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of financial processes risk management and control frameworks with the ability to document review and enhance financial processes and controls. Experience working with Internal Audit External Audit and Process Owners to maintain a robust control environment is essential. Knowledge of FCA compliance requirements is preferred but not essential. Youll demonstrate excellent communication and stakeholder management skills alongside strong analytical and problemsolving abilities with a proactive approach to compliance and risk management.

The role comes with a competitive base salary attractive car allowance of 5500 per year private medical healthcare an additional holiday purchase scheme awardwinning products at virtually cost price and a range of discounts and lifestyle perks through our online benefits platform.

Qualifications :

Additional Information :

At Brakes everyone is welcome. We dont want you to fit our culture we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We dont just look at your CV were more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Brakes and we recognise that Brakes can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. Well do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you. 

Brakes

Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation we are the UKs largest foodservice supplier. Every day Brakes deliver the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our nationwide network of distribution centres to some of the nations most famous pubs and restaurants as well as schools caterers care homes and hospitals. Our customers depend on us and our 8000strong workforce is dedicated and proud to be part of this vital provision. And were growing!  

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Fulltime