Compass Group USA
RISK & CONTROLS DIRECTOR (CHARLOTTE, NC)
Compass Group USA, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Overview
RISK & CONTROLS DIRECTOR (CHARLOTTE, NC) Join to apply for the RISK & CONTROLS DIRECTOR (CHARLOTTE, NC) role at Compass Group USA. As part of the Second Line of Defense, the Director, Risk & Controls will lead a team of 5–8 professionals based in the Charlotte Corporate Office, overseeing internal control frameworks to meet leading practices and UK Corporate Governance Code requirements. The role focuses on design, operating effectiveness, monitoring, testing, reporting, and escalation of risk and control issues, with a primary emphasis on food/workplace safety, compliance, and ESG controls. The Director will also support the enterprise risk management process and partner with control pillar owners and senior stakeholders to strengthen the organization’s control environment. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity to shape and advance the organization’s control environment as it progresses on its control enhancement journey.
Responsibilities
Lead the ongoing design, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal controls frameworks in collaboration with second line control pillar owners. 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. Ensure business processes across functions have appropriate controls to manage risks, participating in risk assessments as needed. Advise and challenge corporate functions and operating sectors on risks and controls as documented in RACMs. Oversee documentation of process flows, RACMs, and related control documentation for accuracy and clarity. Promote leading practices to drive consistency and efficiency across the organization. Develop and disseminate guidance to support control compliance (e.g., job aids and training for control owners). Partner with business teams and leaders on cross-departmental projects to improve the 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 of internal control requirements. Collaborate with internal and external audit teams for streamlined and effective audit processes. Build strong relationships with stakeholders to enhance risk and control awareness and accountability. Respond to emerging regulatory updates and UK Corporate Governance Code updates.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Deep technical expertise in internal controls with the ability to assess and improve design and operating effectiveness. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify risks and propose practical solutions. Ability to influence, challenge, and build trust with senior stakeholders across functions. Excellent leadership, with a track record of developing high-performing teams and fostering collaboration. Strong planning, coordination, and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience in Finance Control, Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Assurance, or Controls Assurance. Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to convey complex risk concepts clearly and concisely. Self-starter capable of leading initiatives independently while engaging across 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 assessment, risk assurance, preferably in a Big-4 or Fortune 500 organization. Strong knowledge of Internal Auditing Standards, PCAOB Standards, and COSO. Recent US SOX experience (past 5 years) strongly preferred. Proficient PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, audit work papers). Experience with SAP S/4 and HFM preferred; familiarity with UK Corporate Governance Code preferred.
Apply / Benefits
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair treatment of applicants and associates based on abilities, achievements, and experience, without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification. Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/AD&D Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave Holiday Time Off 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)
Req ID: 1475827
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RISK & CONTROLS DIRECTOR (CHARLOTTE, NC) Join to apply for the RISK & CONTROLS DIRECTOR (CHARLOTTE, NC) role at Compass Group USA. As part of the Second Line of Defense, the Director, Risk & Controls will lead a team of 5–8 professionals based in the Charlotte Corporate Office, overseeing internal control frameworks to meet leading practices and UK Corporate Governance Code requirements. The role focuses on design, operating effectiveness, monitoring, testing, reporting, and escalation of risk and control issues, with a primary emphasis on food/workplace safety, compliance, and ESG controls. The Director will also support the enterprise risk management process and partner with control pillar owners and senior stakeholders to strengthen the organization’s control environment. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity to shape and advance the organization’s control environment as it progresses on its control enhancement journey.
Responsibilities
Lead the ongoing design, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal controls frameworks in collaboration with second line control pillar owners. 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. Ensure business processes across functions have appropriate controls to manage risks, participating in risk assessments as needed. Advise and challenge corporate functions and operating sectors on risks and controls as documented in RACMs. Oversee documentation of process flows, RACMs, and related control documentation for accuracy and clarity. Promote leading practices to drive consistency and efficiency across the organization. Develop and disseminate guidance to support control compliance (e.g., job aids and training for control owners). Partner with business teams and leaders on cross-departmental projects to improve the 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 of internal control requirements. Collaborate with internal and external audit teams for streamlined and effective audit processes. Build strong relationships with stakeholders to enhance risk and control awareness and accountability. Respond to emerging regulatory updates and UK Corporate Governance Code updates.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Deep technical expertise in internal controls with the ability to assess and improve design and operating effectiveness. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify risks and propose practical solutions. Ability to influence, challenge, and build trust with senior stakeholders across functions. Excellent leadership, with a track record of developing high-performing teams and fostering collaboration. Strong planning, coordination, and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience in Finance Control, Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Assurance, or Controls Assurance. Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to convey complex risk concepts clearly and concisely. Self-starter capable of leading initiatives independently while engaging across 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 assessment, risk assurance, preferably in a Big-4 or Fortune 500 organization. Strong knowledge of Internal Auditing Standards, PCAOB Standards, and COSO. Recent US SOX experience (past 5 years) strongly preferred. Proficient PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, audit work papers). Experience with SAP S/4 and HFM preferred; familiarity with UK Corporate Governance Code preferred.
Apply / Benefits
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair treatment of applicants and associates based on abilities, achievements, and experience, without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification. Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/AD&D Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave Holiday Time Off 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)
Req ID: 1475827
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