Risk & Controls Consultant

Wisconsin Public Service Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Risk & Controls Consultant based in Milwaukee. The role focuses on internal audits and risk management practices, emphasizing effective communication and analytical skills. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and at least two years of related experience. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive salary range reflective of industry standards.

Qualifications

• Requires 2+ years experience in a related field.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning, execution and completion of audit assignments.
• Organize and execute assigned work independently using project management principles.
• Analyze data and identify risk, root causes and process improvements.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Job description

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WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Risk & Controls Consultant in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location. A hybrid work arrangement (remote/in office) is available for this position.

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

The Risk & Controls Consultant will contribute to the performance of internal financial, operational, regulatory, SOX, or IT projects by taking direction and completing work as assigned. This encompasses providing assurance with respect to the effectiveness of risk management practices, governance processes and overseeing the system of internal controls. The Risk & Controls Consultant is required to ensure assigned audit work is performed in accordance with department standards, maintain proactive business partner relationships and effectively communicate results.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning, execution and completion of audit assignments through collaboration with team members and by taking direction from others
• Utilize project management principles to independently organize and execute assigned work
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with business partners throughout projects
• Demonstrate problem solving and analytical skills to analyze data, draw logical conclusions to identify risk and root cause and identify process improvements and recommendations
• Possess a strong orientation to accuracy and detail
• Exhibit strong customer service skills to internal and external customers
• Ability to identify, document and evaluate the effectiveness of accounting, financial, operational and information technology controls
• Possess knowledge of accounting principles generally accepted in the US and generally accepted auditing standards

This is a job family posting (Associate/Consultant/Senior) where experience will be the determining factor in level offered.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related degree.
• Associate Risk & Conrols: is an entry level position
• Risk & Controls Consultant: requires 2+ years experience in a related field.
• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail, initiative and the ability to work well both independently and as a part of a team are required.
• Must be results oriented and possess the ability to work on multiple projects/priorities simultaneously.
• Travel to locations outside of primary work location may be required on a periodic basis to complete audits and projects (up to 5%)

End Date:07/07/2025

Pay Range Minimum: $58,172.14

Pay Range Maximum: $115,399.18

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.

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Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor for Employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.