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FirstService Residential · 1 day ago

Senior Internal Control, Risk Audit

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $95K/yr

3+ years exp

FirstService Residential is a leader in property management services, and they are seeking a Senior Internal Control to enhance their risk and accounting processes. The role involves comprehensive data analyses, documenting processes, assessing internal controls, and supporting various internal control activities to drive results and accountability.

Property ManagementReal Estate

Responsibilities

Operate as a full-time ambassador and champion of the Internal Control vision and strategy by demonstrating support and actively communicating with executives, the team and the business stakeholders

Provide support in scoping, assessing risk and planning internal control activities

Assist in identifying and developing new internal control processes and ongoing process improvement efforts

Preparation of planning memo, internal control program, workpapers and report draft

Assess policies, hold meetings with stakeholders and document business processes using Visio flowcharts

Draft executive level presentation on project findings and recommendations

Work with management to execute, lead and maintain accountability for the delivery of high-quality internal control projects in accordance with established plans, while ensuring consistent quality and the timely delivery of established objectives

Provide meaningful insights relating to assigned responsibilities to consistently demonstrate a clear understanding and appreciation for our business

Establish and maintain excellent relationships across business entities and departments

Provide creative input that will drive greater efficiency and value to the internal control process

Perform comprehensive data analysis utilizing data mining software

Practice and adhere to FirstService Residential Global Service Standards

At all times, conduct business with the highest standards of personal, professional and ethical conduct

Maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines

Assist team members as needed with tasks to meet schedules and deadlines

Follow all policies and procedures as instructed by Management

Perform special projects, tasks and other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Internal control processesData analysisFinancial reportingGAAP knowledgeSQLMicrosoft DynamicsCISA certificationCFE certificationCIA certificationEthical standardsMicrosoft Office proficiencyVisio proficiencyCommunication skillsProject managementTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum 3+ years of experience overall in some combination of public accounting, internal control advisory services, or internal audit in a large or publicly traded company

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Experience managing projects that improve internal controls and accounting processes

Skilled in performing complex data analysis using multiple data sources to deliver actionable insights

Experience in various aspects of financial reporting, including but not limited to financial statement preparation and related disclosures

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex audit or accounting concepts into clear business language

Strong understanding of GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley financial controls and/or IT controls and leading business practices

Demonstrate the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects/resources simultaneously

High ethical standards and professionalism in all aspects of work

Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, seamlessly shifting between roles as an individual contributor, team member, and project manager

Strong proficiency in Microsoft SharePoint, and Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Access, Word, Project, Visio and a data analysis tool such as IDEA

Preferred

CPA, CFE, CISA, CIA or other relevant designation is a plus

Experience with SQL, Microsoft Dynamics, emerging technologies such as cloud computing, data analytics, fraud prevention/detection, and/or real estate systems are highly desirable