Real · 1 day ago

Financial Controls Lead

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

5+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact between the Finance and Internal Audit teams during SOX testing, operational audits, and other reviews.

Facilitate the collection, organization, and preparation of documentation and evidence required for audits.

Address audit findings and work with process owners to design and implement corrective action plans.

Ensure timely and accurate responses to audit inquiries and provide necessary documentation to support audit conclusions.

Partner with process owners to design, document, and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).

Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls, recommending improvements where necessary to enhance control effectiveness.

Collaborate with process owners to implement new controls to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.

Ensure timely updates to control narratives and related documentation, collaborating with process owners to confirm controls have passed testing during month-end closings.

Coordinate with Internal Audit to ensure timely and accurate completion of SOX testing and reporting.

Maintain comprehensive records of SOX controls, test results, and related documentation for internal and external audit reviews.

Educate and update Finance teams on SOX compliance requirements and assist with maintaining compliance throughout the year.

Support the ongoing monitoring of SOX controls, ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.

Assist in conducting risk assessments and evaluating the effectiveness of controls in collaboration with Finance and IA teams.

Prepare regular reports for Finance leadership that provide updates on audit status, control effectiveness, and risk management efforts.

Ensure that control deficiencies are escalated, addressed, and resolved in a timely manner.

Conduct training sessions for Finance and other relevant stakeholders to enhance awareness and understanding of internal controls and audit processes.

Build strong relationships with Internal Audit and other business partners to foster collaborative problem-solving and continuous process improvements.

Serve as an advisor to Finance leadership on matters related to internal controls, risk management, and audit readiness.

Perform intercompany allocation processes, ensuring accurate and timely allocation of costs and revenues across entities.

Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to implement efficient intercompany processes and maintain proper documentation.

Assist with month-end close activities, including reconciliation of intercompany accounts and ensuring compliance with internal controls.

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SOX complianceInternal controlsInternal auditFinancial reportingRisk managementCPACIACOSO standardsERP systemsTraining experience