Internal Control System Specialist

Climatec LLC•Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Internal Controls System Specialist is responsible for evaluating, testing, and strengthening the organization's internal control environment. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to identify control gaps, assess risks, and drive continuous improvement in internal controls, ultimately safeguarding the organization’s assets and supporting strategic business objectives. Promote a strong internal control and compliance culture throughout the organization

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance or related field
5+ years' experience in internal audit, compliance, or risk management
Strong knowledge and experience with balance sheet account reconciliations, including prepaid expenses, fixed assets, cash, and liabilities.
Excellent Analytical Skill as well as written and verbal communication skills
High ethical standards and attention to detail
Knowledge of Current Accounting Standards (GAAP & IFRS)
Proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, and Visio

Nice To Haves

2+ years' experience in an accounting leadership position, reviewing others’ work, such as balance sheet account analysis, and educating teams on proper controls

Responsibilities

Partner with cross-functional teams to identify areas of risk and design effective control measures through Risk and Self Assessments.
Collaborate with internal departments to develop & maintain Process Flow Maps, business processes, procedures, and policies
Implementation of new regulatory and Internal Control System requirements (Corporate Directives)
Develop new control process standards and review/maintain existing ones.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to implement effective controls.
Coordinate with Corporate Data Security Team to ensure effective controls over ERP and financial systems
Drive for automation and continuous improvement to streamline control process
Perform Monitoring Procedures to ensure effectiveness and identify gaps or weaknesses
Maintain documentation of control deficiencies and remediation plans. Ensure complete and accurate working papers and audit documentation in line with internal standards and external audit expectations
Work closely with management in cross-functional teams to communicate findings and support remediation plans.
Reporting of Compliance topics to parent company