Eversource Energy · 1 day ago
Internal Auditor, SOX Compliance (Hybrid Schedule)
Berlin, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$83K/yr - $93K/yr
3+ years expEversource Energy is a leading energy company seeking a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional for their SOX compliance team. The role focuses on ensuring the integrity of financial reporting and internal controls, contributing to SOX compliance efforts, fraud risk assessments, and internal audit engagements.
DeliveryElectrical DistributionEnergyEnergy EfficiencyNatural ResourcesOil and GasRenewable EnergyStaffing Agency
No H1B
Responsibilities
Execute SOX compliance activities, including walkthroughs, control testing, documentation, and evaluation of control effectiveness
Analyze control deficiencies, assess risk impact, and support remediation efforts including re-testing timelines
Monitor changes in accounting standards, internal policies, system implementations, and organizational structure to assess impact on the control environment; recommend updates or additions to controls as needed
Lead and support internal audit engagements from planning through reporting, ensuring timely and insightful deliverables
Perform fraud-related testing, analyze trends, and assist in developing preventive and detective controls
Build and maintain strong relationships with control and process owners to promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement
Collaborate with external auditors to align on SOX testing scope, findings, and remediation strategies
Qualification
Required
Understanding of SOX §302 and §404 requirements and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO)
Strong written and oral communication skills to provide clear and concise information to all levels of Company management
Ability to tactically and objectively evaluate and implement audit programs and initiatives
Ability to work effectively with others
Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
Ability to think and act in a fast-paced environment with frequently shifting and/or conflicting priorities
Diplomatic interpersonal skills
Strong customer service orientation
Strong team membership skills
Good spoken and written communication skills
Ability and willingness to work confidentially, with integrity and to maintain high ethics
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or an equivalent degree is required
A minimum (3) three years of related experience in accounting or auditing is required
Utility Industry experience a plus
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary
Preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and other Office applications; experience with audit software or data analytics tools is a plus
Experience with Workiva, Maximo, and Power Plan, are highly desirable
Possession of or work towards a CPA and/or CIA designation is strongly preferred as is an MBA or advanced degree
Benefits
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.
Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs.
This position is eligible for a potential incentive.
Company
Eversource Energy
Eversource transmits and delivers electricity and natural gas for more than 3.6 million electric and natural gas customers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.49BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-10-17Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2025-03-04Post Ipo Debt· $800M
2024-08-19Grant· $89M
Leadership Team
Thomas May
President and CEO
Paul Chodak III
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Eversource Energy.
Recent News
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