Lead, ICFR

Capital Power•Edmonton, AB

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the VP, Finance & Corporate Controller, the Lead, Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) is a senior individual contributor role responsible for leading and managing the company's ICFR framework in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Section 404 requirements. This role oversees the full lifecycle of internal controls — from design and implementation through documentation, coordinating testing, remediation, and ongoing monitoring — ensuring a robust and scalable control environment that keeps pace with the company's growth and evolution. The successful candidate will serve as a key cross-functional partner across Finance, Operations, IT, Internal Audit, Big 4 co-source partner and external auditors, translating regulatory requirements into practical, business-aligned solutions. A critical part of this role is supporting the integration of acquired businesses into the company's ICFR framework and driving continuous improvement as systems, processes, and organizational structures evolve.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA designation required.
Minimum 6–8 years of progressive experience in internal controls, external audit, or a related field, with a focus on SOX compliance at a publicly traded company.
Prior experience in a Big Four or large national public accounting firm with significant SOX/ICFR engagements is highly valued.
Demonstrated experience leading or managing end-to-end SOX programs, including scoping, risk assessment, control testing, and deficiency evaluation.
Experience supporting M&A integrations from an ICFR perspective is a strong asset.
Deep knowledge of SOX 404 requirements, COSO Internal Control — Integrated Framework, and PCAOB auditing standards.
Strong understanding of financial reporting processes, including order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, financial close, derivatives and IT general controls (ITGCs).
Proficiency in documenting process narratives, RCMs, and flowcharts; experience with GRC platforms (e.g., AuditBoard) is a plus.
Ability to interpret and apply regulatory guidance in a practical business context.
In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a Big Four or large national public accounting firm with significant SOX/ICFR engagements is highly valued.
Experience supporting M&A integrations from an ICFR perspective is a strong asset.
experience with GRC platforms (e.g., AuditBoard) is a plus.

Responsibilities

SOX 404 Program Ownership & Compliance: Serving as the primary owner of the company's SOX 404 compliance program, ensuring all requirements are met on a timely basis. Maintaining and continuously improving the ICFR framework, including risk assessments, scoping, and prioritization of key controls. Coordinating walkthroughs and testing with Internal Audit and external auditors; managing audit deliverables and timelines. Tracking and reporting on control deficiencies, managing remediation plans, and escalating significant findings to leadership.
Control Design, Documentation & Testing: Leading the design and documentation of process narratives, risk and control matrices (RCMs), and flowcharts in accordance with COSO and PCAOB standards. Coordinating the execution of control testing procedures — walkthroughs, operating effectiveness testing, and management review controls (MRCs). Ensuring controls are appropriately designed for the risk environment and are both practical and sustainable for control owners. Maintaining a complete and organized library of ICFR documentation, evidence, and testing workpapers.
Business Integration & Transformation Support: Leading the ICFR workstream for business acquisitions, including gap assessments, integration planning, and onboarding of acquired entities into the SOX program. Partnering with project teams on system changes, and process transformation initiatives to ensure control implications are identified and addressed proactively. Assessing the impact of organizational and operational changes on the control environment and driving timely updates to documentation and testing plans.
Stakeholder Partnership & Advisory: Building trusted relationships with Finance, Operations, IT, and business leaders; positioning ICFR as a value-added function rather than a compliance exercise. Educating and advising control owners on their responsibilities, best practices, and changes to the control environment. Liaising with Internal Audit and external auditors, managing information requests, coordinating timing of procedures, and facilitating resolution of issues. Preparing clear and concise reporting for senior management and the Audit Committee on the status of the SOX program, key risks, and remediation efforts.
Continuous Improvement & Controls Optimization: Identifying opportunities to enhance control efficiency, reduce redundancy, and leverage technology (including automated controls and data analytics) to strengthen the control environment. Monitoring developments in regulatory standards, SEC guidance, and PCAOB requirements; assess and communicate implications to leadership. Fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.