Senior Internal Controls Lead: Risk & Process Improvement

Elliott Davis; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Flexible schedules

Paid family leave

Wellness benefits

Professional coaching

Leadership programs

Career development

Job summary

Elliott Davis seeks an Internal Controls Senior to lead day-to-day execution of internal control engagements for clients in Chattanooga. You will develop test plans, document risks and controls, and report progress to engagement teams.

Collaborate across functions, identify control gaps, drive remediation, and contribute to program development while ensuring SOX compliance. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in risk and controls.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Finance.
• CPA or CIA preferred.
• Experience with SOX, AICPA and PCAOB standards.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; familiarity with AI tools.
• Experience collaborating across teams to standardize procedures and drive improvements.
• Knowledge of IT audit and data analytics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks within business processes and design appropriate controls.
• Create and maintain detailed internal controls documentation.
• Perform testing to evaluate design and operating effectiveness of controls.
• Provide excellent client service and communicate clearly.
• Identify control deficiencies, develop remediation plans, and track progress.
• Assist with project management, status reporting and oversight.
• Stay current on regulations and best practices in internal controls.
• Lead process walkthroughs and document business processes.
• Demonstrate strong thinking, writing and editing skills.

Skills

Risk assessment

Testing controls

SOX compliance

Project management

Communications

Data analytics

IT audits

AI tools awareness

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CIA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visio

PowerPoint

AI tools (CoPilot/Claude)

Job description

Elliott Davis seeks an Internal Controls Senior to lead day-to-day execution of internal control engagements for clients in Chattanooga. You will develop test plans, document risks and controls, and report progress to engagement teams.

Collaborate across functions, identify control gaps, drive remediation, and contribute to program development while ensuring SOX compliance. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success.