Internal Controls Specialist

Graham Healthcare Group • Plano, TX

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About The Position

The Internal Controls Specialist will be responsible for the execution and support of Graham Healthcare Group’s (GHG) quarterly and annual SOX compliance program. This body of work can include the testing of in scope internal controls, updating of process and control narratives, completion of risk assessments, implementation of controls around merger and acquisition activity and deficiency management. As part of supporting the SOX program, this role will work closely with various departments and will be responsible for maintaining a positive working relationship.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of audit experience and control testing
• Demonstrated knowledge of the financial reporting process and internal control over financial reporting (ICFR)
• Familiarity with reviewing and understanding the components of SOC 1/SSAE 18 reports
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong technical and analytic aptitude
• Ability and willingness to learn quickly
• Extremely detail-oriented
• Excellent organizational and planning skills

Nice To Haves

• CPA certification is highly desirable
• Experience within the Healthcare industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of quarterly and annual SOX/Graham requirements in accordance with established schedules and deadlines
• Assist with annual SOX testing requirements, which include testing of existing and newly implemented controls
• Create accurate and detailed audit work papers clearly describing the work performed, results of testing, and conclusions reached
• Perform weekly and quarterly monitoring’s
• Assist in the definition of remediation plans, activities and retesting for potential issues and process improvement opportunities.
• Maintain current knowledge regarding changes to SOX compliance regulations and ensure that GHG adjusts methodologies in response to the changes by drafting guidance and instructions to the appropriate stakeholders and personnel.
• Assist with various ITGC compliance requirements which could include:
• Assist in the performance of semi-annual User Responsibility Matrix reviews for core systems
• Reviewing audit logs and implementing corrective actions where needed
• Maintenance of internal control documentation (policies, procedures, narratives, test plans, etc.)
• Assist in completion of annual assessments related to systems including disaster recovery and sensitive data evaluations
• Determine and recommend improvements to current risk management controls as needed.
• Assist management with updates to the control environment to align with system implementations and system changes ensuring alignment with identified risks
• Ability to travel no more than 10% of the time

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: With opportunity for advancement
• Health and Welfare Benefits: Various medical, dental, and vision insurance options for you and your family to choose from.
• Supplemental Benefits: Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits. Also, pre-tax FSA and HSA plans are offered.
• Generous PTO Packages.
• Retirement: Save for your future with our company's 401k plan and pension.
• Company-Paid Education Programs: Grow your career by taking advantage of 50% discounts on tuition for selected courses offered by Purdue and Kaplan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level