Sandy, Utah
Senior Risk and Controls Specialist Job Opening in Sandy, Utah - Are you passionate about completing projects, career-driven, proactive in your approach to work and life, and interested in applying these attributes in a challenging workplace? We are seeking a self-motivated, friendly team member to join our Internal Audit team. Recently reorganized, our internal audit team seeks to be a strategic partner to management, while independently reporting directly to the Board. Your supporting role will assist with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX), and add value to the team by bringing further insights to additional special projects like ERM.
If this sounds like something you would be interested in and qualified for, please apply.
Senior Risk and Controls Specialist
This position will be responsible for assisting the internal audit function, specifically for the company?s SOX program and other projects. The ideal candidate is someone with 2 ? 4 years of relevant SOX and/or accounting experience. The work will include everything from planning to aggregation of results and analyzing outcomes, and ultimately communicating results to management. We?re also looking for someone who can stay abreast of industry trends and align our SOX program accordingly, and someone who can think outside the box, identify emerging areas of risk, and recommend opportunities for more effective and efficient processes. The ideal candidate will communicate with respect and a passion for team improvement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following and other duties as assigned.
Manage the SOX function, plan and conduct the SOX program to assess controls, resolve audit problems that occur and develop modifications to coverage and schedule. Work through scoping and risk assessment to appropriately plan and scope the program.
Document new control processes, procedures, narratives and prepare flow charts as needed.
Ensure work papers are adequately documented and audit evidence is sufficient. Prepare accurate summary reports for leadership and the Audit Committee.
Advise control owners with respect to policy/procedure development and operational improvements in various committees or task forces.
Oversee the execution of other tasks or special projects when required by management, such as contributing to the ERM program, fraud investigation, due diligence reviews, etc.
Maintain a dialogue with other industry colleagues from professional audit organizations as well as other private and public companies and otherwise research to keep abreast of legislative issues, new audit regulations/trends and audit methodology in order to proactively shape internal audit practices and procedures.
Coordinate Internal Audit activities with those of the external auditors to ensure proper audit coverage, eliminate duplicate efforts and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of audit activities.
Partner with functional leadership and their staff in developing strong, professional and independent relationships to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the business to enable value added recommendations that improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Promote high levels of ethical awareness and conduct within the company and allocate resources towards conducting investigations of potential ethical concerns and/or conflicts of interest.
Education, Experience & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
CPA or CIA designation strongly preferred.
Minimum of 2 years experienced required. Total of 3-4 years preferred.
Experience with SOX at a public company required.
Ability to network with colleagues easily / accomplished communicator.
Project management skills preferred, including the ability to lead discreet projects, track milestones, and report results.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Location:
Sandy, UT
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
relevant SOX and/or accounting: 2 years
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