Senior Analyst - Internal Controls

Medline Industries, LP•Northfield, IL

About The Position

As a member of the Global Internal Controls team, the Senior Analyst – Internal Controls will be responsible for providing support to Medline’s Internal Controls group. Work involves leading or conducting internal control projects and providing input into the implementing and remediating control gaps. The Global Internal Controls team facilitates transformation projects by collaborating with key stakeholders (Business Process, IT, and Auditors) to maintain an efficient and effective internal control structure. The team provides expertise in designing and implementing internal controls to drive integrity and enhancements in financial systems and business processes. The Internal Controls Senior Analyst will report directly to the Internal Controls Sr Manager & support Medline Internal Controls Framework.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business.
At least 3 years of internal controls or internal audit experience, at least 1 year1 focused on Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) and internal controls.
Expertise in GAAP accounting and internal controls
Ability to apply accounting principles and practices
Experience with managing GRC application.
Experience at a large, global manufacturer or distribution company, public accounting firm or internal audit experience

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting or MBA
CPA, CIA, or CFE
SAP, Oracle EPM, GRC/Audit tool, and financial close management software

Responsibilities

Assist with facilitation and the timely maintenance of process narratives, process flow diagrams, and risk/control matrices (RCMs).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including accounting, finance, operations, legal, and IT, to align internal control objectives with business objectives.
Build partnerships with stakeholders (business & IT) to help them enhance their processes and controls.
Provide guidance to business partners regarding internal controls.
Coordinate with internal and external auditors during audits and examinations to facilitate the review of internal control processes and ensure timely resolution of issues.
Work as a liaison between first and third line of defense.
Identify and assess financial reporting risk and design, develop, and implement internal controls to mitigate identified risks.
Work closely with SAP security team to resolve Segregation of Duties (SoD) conflicts & work with IT to ensure the SoD system is properly managed to monitor SOD conflicts.
Identify and recommend opportunities to improve the company's internal control program.
Manage/prepare other ad hoc reporting, requests, and process improvements as needed in the course of business for assigned areas.