Internal Control Analyst

PetroChina International (America), Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PetroChina International (America), Inc. in Houston seeks an Internal Control Analyst to reinforce SOX compliance and strengthen the control environment across finance, operations, IT, and commercial functions.

You will partner with business leaders to test controls, document processes, assess risks, and drive improvements while adapting to regulatory change and digital transformation. The role offers exposure to finance, accounting, supply chain, and field operations, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in Internal Controls, SOX, Internal Audit, or related areas.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and risk assessment methodologies.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute testing of key SOX controls to assess design and operating effectiveness.
• Maintain and enhance process documentation including narratives, risk-control matrices, and flowcharts.
• Support management's annual SOX compliance activities and risk assessment process.
• Track control deficiencies and coordinate remediation with business stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and reduce risk.
• Assist in evaluating risks with new systems, initiatives, acquisitions, and process changes.

Skills

Internal Controls

SOX

Internal Audit

Risk assessment

GAAP

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Alteryx

Tableau

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Internal Control Analyst to join our growing Internal Controls team within a leading energy organization. This role offers the opportunity to work across corporate, operational, and financial functions while helping strengthen our risk management and control environment.

The ideal candidate has 3-6 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, SOX compliance, or internal controls and is looking to expand their expertise in a fast-paced industry that is continually evolving through digital transformation, regulatory change, and operational growth.

As a key member of the Internal Controls team, you will partner with business leaders to evaluate risks, enhance processes, improve control effectiveness, and support the company's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program. You will gain exposure to finance, accounting, supply chain, commercial operations, information technology, and field operations while contributing to meaningful business improvements.

What You'll Do

Internal Controls & SOX Compliance

• Execute testing of key SOX controls to assess design and operating effectiveness.
• Maintain and enhance process documentation, including process narratives, risk-control matrices, and process flowcharts.
• Support management's annual SOX compliance activities and risk assessment process.
• Track identified control deficiencies and collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure timely remediation.

Risk Assessment & Process Improvement

• Partner with process owners to identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and reduce risk.
• Analyze existing business processes and recommend practical solutions that align with operational objectives.
• Assist in evaluating risks associated with new systems, business initiatives, acquisitions, and process changes.
• Leverage industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend enhancements to the control environment.

Business Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to finance and operational teams across the organization.
• Provide guidance and training on internal control principles and compliance requirements.
• Facilitate discussions with management regarding control design, process improvements, and risk mitigation strategies.

Investigations & Monitoring

• Assist in investigating control exceptions, compliance concerns, and process breakdowns.
• Monitor remediation efforts and perform validation testing of corrective actions.
• Support special projects and management requests related to governance, risk, and compliance initiatives.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in:
• Internal Controls
• SOX
• Internal Audit
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and risk assessment methodologies.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CIA, CISA, or candidate actively pursuing a professional certification.
• Experience within the energy, oil & gas, power, utilities, renewables, or industrial sectors.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or similar enterprise platforms.
• Experience utilizing data analytics tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau, or advanced Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with professionals at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent project management and organizational capabilities.
• High attention to detail while maintaining a big-picture perspective.
• Ability to independently prioritize multiple assignments in a deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.

The Company reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to modify this job description and any of the responsibilities included herein at any time, for any reason, with or without advance notice.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future.