Senior Internal Controls Lead - SOX & Process Risk

Elliott Davis; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Wellness benefits

Professional coaching

Career development

Job summary

Elliott Davis is seeking an Internal Controls Senior to lead risk and control engagements across multiple client projects in Raleigh, NC. You will develop test plans, document controls, and coordinate teams to deliver high-quality results in a deadline-driven environment.

The role requires adaptation to evolving regulations, strong communication, and hands-on testing of control design and effectiveness, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Three+ years in risk and controls or related field.
• Bachelor’s or master’s in Accounting/Finance/Business.
• CPA or CIA preferred.
• Knowledge of process design and internal control frameworks.
• Experience with SOX and AICPA/PCAOB controls testing.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks within business processes and design controls to mitigate risks.
• Create and maintain detailed internal controls documentation and matrices.
• Perform testing to evaluate design and operating effectiveness of controls.
• Provide excellent client service and communicate complex issues clearly.
• Identify control deficiencies and remediation plans; track progress.
• Assist with project management, including status reporting and team oversight.
• Stay current on regulations, standards and best practices in internal controls.
• Lead process walkthroughs and document business processes.
• Coach team members and contribute to practice growth.

Skills

Risk & controls

Internal controls

SOX compliance

AICPA/PCAOB standards

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Microsoft Office

AI tools

Education

Accounting/Finance/Business degree

Tools

Visio

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Elliott Davis is seeking an Internal Controls Senior to lead risk and control engagements across multiple client projects in Raleigh, NC. You will develop test plans, document controls, and coordinate teams to deliver high-quality results in a deadline-driven environment.

The role requires adaptation to evolving regulations, strong communication, and hands-on testing of control design and effectiveness, with opportunities for growth and professional development.