Control Testing Director, Financial Controls Office (HYBRID)

EQH•Syracuse, NY

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

At Equitable, we help clients secure their financial well-being so they can pursue long and fulfilling lives - a mission we’ve honed since 1859. Equitable is looking for a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our organization as the Controls Testing Director in the Financial Controls Office (FCO). In this role you will be responsible for the planning, execution, and reporting of Management’s Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) Testing program to ensure its effectiveness, efficiency, and alignment with industry best practices and regulatory standards. You will work closely with cross-functional teams across key IT and Business areas and drive organizational change to achieve a streamlined and sustainable control environment.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Accounting and/or Finance
8+ years related audit or controls experience, with public accounting or internal audit experience preferred
Experience leading ICFR audit engagements including business process controls, ITDCs, and ITGCs and CUECs
Knowledge of IIA auditing standards, SEC financial reporting and US GAAP requirements, PCAOB (AS5) requirements, and SOX/MAR requirements

Nice To Haves

Proven analytical, written/verbal communication, interpersonal, relationship building, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to foster positive working relationships and collaboration across global teams, both on-site and remotely
Coaching Others: Knowledge of coaching and mentoring concepts and methods; ability to encourage, motivate, and guide individuals in learning and improving effectiveness.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Knowledge of collaborative techniques and approaches; ability to promote a culture of continuous improvement and working together across functions to solve business problems and meet business goals.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Financial Reporting: Knowledge of processes, methods, and tools of financial reporting; ability to create and maintain accurate and thorough financial reports.
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP): Knowledge of the generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); ability to apply GAAP appropriately within the organization.
Internal Controls: Knowledge of concept, methods, and processes of internal control; ability to create, implement, evaluate and enhance processes in internal controls.
Results Orientation: Knowledge of the importance of meeting or exceeding established targets; ability to drive critical activities to completion.

Responsibilities

Drive Management’s ICFR Testing strategy across the Company’s key business and IT processes
Lead the planning and execution of Management testing program activities including SOX and MAR scoping, end-to-end process and control walkthroughs, documentation management, and issue escalation
Partner closely with external auditors to facilitate their 70% reliance on Management’s testing
Lead the identification and implementation of process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of internal control testing
Manage and communicate program status to Senior Management and external auditors
Lead by example to drive a team culture of engaging, inspired, and empowered individuals who add value across the organization
Manage a team of approximately 2 on-shore employees and 10 off-shore employees