Sr Internal Controls Analyst
Sr Internal Controls Analyst - USA
Location: USA Houston
Department: NO_COST_CENTER
Position Description:
The Sr. Internal Controls Analyst will assist the business in updating and maintaining adequate controls as per the Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) Act by 1) assessing and testing documented key controls annually, 2) analyzing quarterly Control Self Assessments, and 3) helping develop and maintain business SOX process documentation and streamlining processes. Duties and responsibilities include:
* Work with process owners to maintain existing SOX documentation for assigned processes. Take complex, technical data and summarize for management and audit teams. Assess process changes for significance to internal controls
* Assist in analyzing business processes and recommend improvements. Respond to internal and external audit's recommendations for control enhancements
* Participate in audit kick-off and closing meetings to support process owners and auditors for assigned SOX processes
* Support Internal Audit by participating in audits throughout the year
* Work well under pressure and maintain flexibility to adapt to rapid changes in the business environment while meeting established deadlines
* Quickly assess business process issues and recommend solutions for resolution
* Ability to multi-task and prioritize work independently as well as the ability to work effectively in a team environment
* Perform special projects as assigned by Assurance management or in coordination with the business
* Although no direct reports are assigned, may act in a lead capacity on specific projects including assignment delegation, training and follow through
Position Requirements:
* A Bachelor's degree is required. An emphasis in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, and/or related field is preferred
* One or more of the following designations is preferred, but not required: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
* Qualified candidates will possess a solid understanding of general business practices and a minimum of two years audit and/or accounting experience, or related education. Intermediate level understanding of Microsoft Visio, Excel, PowerPoint and Word required. Familiarity with Audit Command Language (ACL) data analysis software and Oracle would be beneficial
* Possess a high degree of familiarity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
* Experience working with or auditing SOX internal controls preferred
* Minimal travel to various worldwide Company facilities may be required
* Ability to work with all levels of management and ability to communicate effectively
* Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
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