Internal Controls Specialist
Direct hire role with our client based north of Pittsburgh, PA.
Workplace Type: Hybrid (3-days per week in office)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain quarterly and annual SOX requirements in accordance with established schedules and deadlines, including testing of existing and newly implemented controls
- Create accurate and detailed audit work papers clearly describing the work performed, results of testing, and conclusions reached
- Work with process owners and management to develop corrective action plans that address internal control deficiencies
- Serve as the control owner for various financial, IT, and operational compliance requirements which include reviewing audit logs, implementing corrective actions where needed, and maintaining internal control documentation (policies, procedures, narratives, test plans, etc.)
- Maintains current knowledge regarding changes to SOX compliance regulations and ensures that methodologies are adjusted in response to the changes by issuing guidance and instructions to the appropriate stakeholders
- Assist management and process owners on system implementations and system changes to ensure compliance with SOX requirements
- Other duties and projects as assigned
EDUCATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- CISA or CPA certification is desirable
- 3+ years of audit experience required, preferably including technology, financial, and operational audits
- Familiarity with Sarbanes Oxley requirements
- Demonstrated knowledge of the financial reporting process and related internal controls
- Experience with implementing corrective actions and internal process improvements
- Strong problem-solving skills, detail orientation
- Looking for a self-starter who can work effectively independently in a remote setting
- The position will require up to 10% travel.
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal