Controls and Risk Lead

McKesson•The Woodlands, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Controls and Risk Lead, Practice Management Accounting is a critical, high-impact role responsible for overseeing and continuously improving the accounting control environment for practices within the US Oncology Network (USON). This individual will lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of strategies, policies, and controls to manage financial statement risks—including end-to-end process and data risks—ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence. The role requires deep expertise in risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance (especially SOX), as well as the ability to drive process transformation and foster a culture of ethical, data-driven decision-making.

Requirements

Degree or equivalent and typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience. Less years required if has relevant Master’s or Doctorate qualifications.
Bachelor’s degree required and 10+ years of accounting and reporting experience. Less years required if has relevant Master’s qualifications.
Proven ability to lead business/process transformation in a large, complex public company.
Strong analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, and the ability to anticipate and address emerging risks.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to engage, educate, and influence at all levels, including executive leadership.
Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.
Deep knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, SOX, PCAOB, COSO, and US GAAP.
Commitment to staying current on regulatory changes and best practices in risk management and controls.
Proven record of overseeing a portfolio of multiple projects and experience leading large scale transformation projects.

Nice To Haves

CPA or MBA

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and oversee a robust internal control framework for USON, covering all accounting and financial operations for both existing and newly acquired practices.
Lead the development and execution of strategies, policies, and controls to manage financial statement risks, including upstream and downstream process and data risks.
Continuously assess and enhance the control environment to ensure alignment with McKesson’s policies, US GAAP, SOX, PCAOB, and COSO guidelines.
Identify, analyze, and mitigate potential sources of financial loss and operational risk, estimating potential financial consequences and recommending cost-effective controls.
Develop, recommend, and implement process improvements and best practices to minimize risk and drive operational efficiency.
Facilitate and lead cross-functional process improvement initiatives, ensuring sustainable change and measurable results.
Develop, plan, and evaluate internal audit programs for USON’s accounting and statistical records, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and external regulations.
Perform objective reviews of risk management, accounting operations, and corporate governance, providing actionable recommendations to management.
Prepare and present clear, insightful audit reports and recommendations to senior and executive leadership.
Lead the implementation, execution, and documentation of SOX controls for USON, ensuring ongoing compliance and readiness for internal and external audits.
Maintain current knowledge of SOX, PCAOB, and other relevant regulatory requirements, proactively adapting controls and processes as needed.
Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for SOX and regulatory compliance across the USON segment.
Coordinate and collaborate with key stakeholders, including Enterprise Financial Controls (EFC), Internal Audit, Network Accounting, Practice Controllers, and external auditors.
Build strong partnerships across the organization to develop and execute plans, leveraging cross-functional teams to achieve objectives.
Communicate risk and control information effectively to technical teams, business leaders, and external partners.
Provide frequent status updates and analysis to senior management on the control environment, SOX compliance, and risk management activities.
Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations and reports, translating complex technical findings into actionable business insights.
Promote a culture of ethics, integrity, and data-driven decision-making within the organization.