Lead Financial Control Analyst

Gallagher • Rolling Meadows, IL

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About The Position

The GB Finance Controls Team, a vital component of the Finance department reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), is seeking a dynamic and adaptable professional to join our team. Our team is structured around three core pillars: GB Controls, Client Controls, and Finance Systems Projects and Transformation. The GB Controls pillar focuses on ensuring compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) and the Financial Policy Manual, auditing financial and operational controls, and optimizing revenue processes. The Client Controls pillar is responsible for maintaining SOC compliance and managing the internal fraud program, safeguarding of client-related financial activities. The Finance Systems Projects and Transformation pillar drives the evolution and enhancement of finance systems, leading projects that transform and modernize financial operations.
Our team collaborates extensively with other areas within GB Finance and works cross-functionally with departments such as Claims Operations, Client Services, IT, and Legal. We present findings and strategic recommendations to senior and executive leadership, playing a crucial role in driving informed decision-making and fostering organizational improvements. Join us in strengthening the overall control environment and ensuring robust financial governance and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Accounting/Finance)
• 5 years related experience required
• Solid understanding of internal controls
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Intermediate desktop skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Experience with process flows and process narrative documentation
• Ability to compile and analyze complex data

Nice To Haves

• Financial and/or Operational Internal Audit experience preferred
• Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CIA) a plus
• Experience in the Insurance Industry and/or with Third Party Service Administrators

Responsibilities

• Drive the creation and implementation of an internal financial and operational control testing structure including planning and scoping, process walkthroughs, control identification, test design, execution of testing, reporting results to leadership, and control deficiency remediation
• Support completion of financial and operational risk assessments
• Analyze financial and operational processes to identify control weaknesses
• Assist with design and implementation of appropriate controls to strengthen the control environment and mitigate risk
• Actively participate in the creation and updating of divisional control policies and procedures
• Own the GB Quarterly Certification process
• Act as the main point of contact for internal and external audits
• Support the promotion and education of the importance of internal controls with cross functional partners.

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
• Life and accident insurance
• 401(K) and Roth options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
• Educational expense reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
• Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
• Training programs
• Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
• Charitable matching gift program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees