Senior Internal Controls Analyst

Medline Industries, Inc. in; Northfield Township (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Medline Industries LP is seeking a Senior Internal Controls Analyst to lead and support internal control projects, design and implement control enhancements, and collaborate with IT, finance, and auditors to strengthen the company’s control framework.

The role requires SOX experience and GAAP expertise, with opportunities to interface across business processes and systems, including SAP. Travel to support audits is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business required.
• 3+ years in internal controls or internal audit, with SOX focus.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and internal control design experience.
• Experience with GRC applications and large global manufacturers or distributors.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and maintain process narratives, flow diagrams, and risk/control matrices.
• Collaborate with accounting, finance, operations, legal and IT to align control objectives with business goals.
• Guide business partners on internal controls and remediation efforts.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to review controls and resolve issues.
• Act as liaison between first and second lines of defense.
• Identify and mitigate financial reporting risks through internal controls.

Skills

GAAP accounting

Internal controls

SOX

Cross-functional collaboration

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Master's degree in Accounting or MBA

Tools

SAP

Oracle EPM

GRC/Audit tool

Financial close software

Job description

Senior Internal Controls Analyst (Project Management)

Job Summary

As a member of the Global Internal Controls team, the Senior Analyst – Internal Controls will be responsible for providing support to Medline's Internal Controls group. Work involves leading or conducting internal control projects and providing input into the implementing and remediating control gaps. The Global Internal Controls team facilitates transformation projects by collaborating with key stakeholders (Business Process, IT, and Auditors) to maintain an efficient and effective internal control structure. The team provides expertise in designing and implementing internal controls to drive integrity and enhancements in financial systems and business processes. The Internal Controls Senior Analyst will report directly to the Internal Controls Manager & support Medline Internal Controls Framework.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with facilitation and the timely maintenance of process narratives, process flow diagrams, and risk/control matrices (RCMs).

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including accounting, finance, operations, legal, and IT, to align internal control objectives with business objectives.

• Build partnerships with stakeholders (business & IT) to help them enhance their processes and controls. Provide guidance to business partners regarding internal controls.

• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during audits and examinations to facilitate the review of internal control processes and ensure timely resolution of issues.

• Work as a liaison between first and third line of defense.

• Identify and assess financial reporting risk and design, develop, and implement internal controls to mitigate identified risks.

• Work closely with SAP security team to resolve Segregation of Duties (SoD) conflicts & work with IT to ensure the SoD system is properly managed to monitor SOD conflicts.

• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve the company's internal control program.

• Manage/prepare other ad hoc reporting, requests, and process improvements as needed in the course of business for assigned areas.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business.

Work Experience

• At least 3 years of internal controls or internal audit experience, at least 1 year focused on Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) and internal controls.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Expertise in GAAP accounting and internal controls

• Ability to apply accounting principles and practices

• Experience with managing GRC application.

• Experience at a large, global manufacturer or distribution company, public accounting firm or internal audit experience

Preferred Job Qualifications:

Education

• Master's degree in Accounting or MBA

Certification / Licensure

• CPA, CIA, or CFE

Work Experience

• SAP, Oracle EPM, GRC/Audit tool, and financial close management software

Travel Requirements

• Approximately 25% - Domestic & International

Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

The anticipated salary range for this position:

$85,000.00 - $128,000.00 Annual

The actual salary will vary based on applicant's location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits.

We're dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best.

Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.