Manager, Internal Controls

Jobtailor; Maryland; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior internal controls professional to lead SOX compliance and strengthen the company’s control framework across financial reporting, IT general controls, and key business processes. The role partners with Accounting, Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to assess control effectiveness and address identified risks.

You will drive control documentation, testing coordination, deficiency tracking, and remediation efforts, supervise readiness for SpinCo and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting, internal controls, SOX compliance, audit, financial reporting, or a related function.
• Experience designing, implementing, or evaluating internal controls over financial reporting.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, SOX compliance requirements, and risk assessment methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, documentation, and ongoing maintenance of the company’s internal control framework, including controls over financial reporting, IT general controls, and key business processes
• Lead SOX compliance activities, including risk assessments, control documentation, testing coordination, deficiency tracking, and remediation efforts
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to assess control effectiveness and address identified risks
• Coordinate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to facilitate audits and management testing activities
• Prepare analyses, presentations, and reports for management and key stakeholders
• Monitor regulatory and compliance requirements and help ensure the organization remains aligned with evolving standards and expectations
• Track and report on control deficiencies, remediation activities, and overall compliance progress to management
• Support system implementations, process changes, and other business initiatives by assessing control implications and recommending appropriate solutions
• Contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned

Skills

Internal Controls Design

Control Documentation

Control Testing Coordination

Deficiency Tracking

Remediation Efforts

U.S. GAAP Knowledge

Business Process Evaluation

Operational Efficiency Improvement

Audit Facilitation

Policy Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Job description

• Support the design, implementation, documentation, and ongoing maintenance of the company’s internal control framework, including controls over financial reporting, IT general controls, and key business processes
• Lead SOX compliance activities, including risk assessments, control documentation, testing coordination, deficiency tracking, and remediation efforts
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to assess control effectiveness and address identified risks
• Support internal control readiness initiatives associated with SpinCo and standalone public company requirements
• Evaluate business processes and identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve operational efficiency, and mitigate risk
• Coordinate with external auditors and internal stakeholders to facilitate audits and management testing activities
• Assist in the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, and process documentation that support a strong business process and IT control environment
• Monitor regulatory and compliance requirements and help ensure the organization remains aligned with evolving standards and expectations
• Track and report on control deficiencies, remediation activities, and overall compliance progress to management
• Support system implementations, process changes, and other business initiatives by assessing control implications and recommending appropriate solutions
• Prepare analyses, presentations, and reports for management and key stakeholders
• Contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting, internal controls, SOX compliance, audit, financial reporting, or a related function
• Experience designing, implementing, or evaluating internal controls over financial reporting
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, SOX compliance requirements, and risk assessment methodologies
• Understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting processes, and business process and IT general control environments
• Experience documenting business processes and IT general controls to highlight the associated risks, controls, and any needed remediation activities
• Ability to identify control gaps, evaluate risks, and develop practical solutions
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a dynamic environment

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in internal control frameworks, SOX compliance, and risk assessment methodologies, with a strong focus on financial reporting and operational efficiency. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and effectively communicate with stakeholders to enhance control environments and ensure compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• SOX Compliance
• Internal Control Frameworks
• Risk Assessment Methodologies
• Financial Reporting
• CPA Certification

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Internal Controls Design
• Control Documentation
• Control Testing Coordination
• Deficiency Tracking
• Remediation Efforts
• U.S. GAAP Knowledge
• Business Process Evaluation
• Operational Efficiency Improvement
• Audit Facilitation
• Policy Development

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• CPA Certification

Industry Keywords

• Financial Reporting Processes
• IT General Controls
• Compliance Requirements
• Control Effectiveness
• Stakeholder Engagement