Senior Internal Controls Analyst (Mandarin Speaker)

Job Overview

Charles River Laboratories is looking to recruit for a Senior Internal Controls Analyst for our Finance Shared Service group to work remotely on a full‑time, permanent basis. The role focuses on the APAC region, and candidates must be fluent in Mandarin (verbal and written).

Job Description

• Work with the Manager to facilitate SOX compliance assessments for CRL initiatives, determining impact on the current control environment (business processes, individuals and applications).


• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand existing and future processes and controls, making recommendations for modifications to ensure ongoing compliance with SOX and established internal control frameworks.


• Train and support control and process owners in understanding their responsibilities and executing control activities effectively; recommend enhancements to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of CRL’s control environment.


• Document transactional processes utilizing Microsoft Visio, Word and Excel; partner with management on identification and implementation of process and control improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Company’s business process controls.


• Participate in internal and external audits; perform pre‑audit testing, coordinate control walkthroughs and testing, assist with control evidence and where applicable remediation.


• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements And Profile

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) or equivalent in accounting or related discipline.


• Fluent in Mandarin—both verbal and written.


• Qualified Accountant (ICAS, ACCA or equivalent).


• Direct experience in accounting within industry or practice with financial internal controls experience.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, deliverables and stakeholders.

The Following Requirements Are Beneficial But Not Essential

• Experience using a risk management software.


• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Visio to prepare flow charts of processes.


• Knowledge of finance system, accounting transformation and accounting data solutions.

Salary & Benefits

Salary ranges from £50,000 to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus bonus and benefits.