State Government Internal Controls Analyst I

Georgia Power Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Accounting Office (SAO) seeks an Internal Controls Analyst 1 to strengthen statewide financial reporting and internal control design under SWAR. This role will contribute to evaluations, risk assessments, and reporting for GAAP compliance.

Join a team that collaborates with agencies and auditors, maintains control policies, and supports statewide financial governance through Green Book guidance and COSO frameworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and one year of professional-level job-related experience in accounting.
• Knowledge of Green Book, COSO, GAAP and internal controls guidance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain internal control tools and guidance for State agencies based on Green Book standards.
• Assist agencies with assessments of financial reporting risks and conduct risk assessments.
• Perform data analytics at entity and statewide levels to identify control weaknesses.
• Collaborate with management and State auditors to address findings and corrective actions.
• Prepare executive-level reports and portions of the Single Audit Report and SWCAP.
• Stay current on PCAOB, COSO, GAAP guidance and evaluate impacts on internal controls design.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

The State Accounting Office (SAO) seeks an Internal Controls Analyst 1 to strengthen statewide financial reporting and internal control design under SWAR. This role will contribute to evaluations, risk assessments, and reporting for GAAP compliance.

Join a team that collaborates with agencies and auditors, maintains control policies, and supports statewide financial governance through Green Book guidance and COSO frameworks.