Internal Controls Analysts – Senior #IN1300

Responsible for performing business process and internal control reviews, and partnering with the business to implement process and internal control improvements. Evaluate accounting standards to record transactions in compliance with GAAP (General Accepted Accounting Principles) and assess the accounting requirements and objectives to determine the implications on the business and communicate to stakeholders. Review internal control documentation to ensure that it is accurate and up-to-date. Collaborate with finance leaders and subject matter experts within the business unit or organization to support information needs of the business. Prepare complex financial process maps and controls matrices. Work cross-functionally with IT and project management specialists to develop, test, and deliver Internal Controls Systems solutions. Work with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) auditors to track audit findings and assist the work team with resolving financial accounting policy issues. Participate in leading process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting and internal control systems. Evaluate business processes to identify risks and internal control gaps and develop risk management plans by applying internal control framework to address the risks. Report to management about asset utilization and audit results, and recommend changes in operations and financial activities. Identify, evaluate, and document internal controls in a business process and utilize extensive knowledge of the company’s approach to internal controls to assist end-user in developing customized reports and ad hoc analysis and to train end-users in order to expedite adoption of new system solutions. Perform complex duties related to reviewing the preparation and analysis of financial information to record transactions. Verify accuracy of reports given by team members for review. Assess internal controls and develop remediation plans to mitigate financial reporting risks and respond to changing business needs. Prepare and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards. Develop business and financial information systems and maintain data in information systems and databases. Utilize ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and perform Variance Analysis, comparing actual results to budget and forecast and identifying key drivers and deviations of business results.