Lead Internal Controls Analyst (Hybrid) - SOX & Audit

Transamerica; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus for Eligible Employees

Benefits Package

Pension Plan

401k Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Insurance

Medical Insurance

Job summary

Transamerica is seeking a skilled professional to support the day-to-day execution of the Business Controls program within the first line of defense. You will test controls to ensure they operate effectively for SOX and operational risk reviews, gather evidence for external audits, and help design and enhance controls in response to risk events.

The role requires deep experience in internal controls and risk assessment within financial services, with a focus on collaboration with auditors and

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience in internal controls, audit or risk management within the financial services industry.
• Ability to document and verbally communicate financial reporting processes.
• Experience supporting SOX and internal control frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing of controls in the first line of defense.
• Support external audits (e.g., SOC) by providing evidence and responses.
• Identify control gaps and opportunities for control enhancement.
• Collaborate with external auditors to plan and execute assessments of the control environment.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and track deficiencies to closure.
• Assist in developing action plans and validate corrective actions.

Skills

Internal controls

Audit

Risk management

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or relevant field

Job description

Transamerica is seeking a skilled professional to support the day-to-day execution of the Business Controls program within the first line of defense. You will test controls to ensure they operate effectively for SOX and operational risk reviews, gather evidence for external audits, and help design and enhance controls in response to risk events.

The role requires deep experience in internal controls and risk assessment within financial services, with a focus on collaboration with auditors and