Senior Compliance & Controls Transformation Analyst

GCI Communication Corp•Anchorage, AK

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About The Position

The Senior Compliance & Controls Transformation Analyst champions compliance across GCI’s Business to Business, Business to Consumer, Accounting, Finance, and Application Technology departments as part of the second-line-of-defense Compliance & Controls Transformation team. The role proactively identifies compliance risks, implements controls, documents controls formally, and remediates compliance deficiencies. It provides management with regular feedback on control effectiveness, process improvements, and actions needed to remediate or prevent deficiencies. This senior-level subject matter expert works with minimal supervision and substantial independent judgment on complex and unique assignments. The analyst partners with control owners, internal audit, and external audit on SOX compliance and related process improvement initiatives, and advises on non-SOX matters that may affect internal controls. The position may require occasional travel and the ability to respond to business emergencies outside core hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
At least six years of experience in accounting, external or internal audit, public accounting, business process improvement, or related work; relevant education and experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
Public accounting firm auditing experience may substitute for required experience at a two-for-one-year basis, up to the stated limit.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of internal controls concepts.
Technical knowledge of accounting procedures and a solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, ability to learn quickly, and ability to work under minimal supervision.
Ability to take ownership of tasks and projects, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects with changing priorities and timelines.
Ability to analyze complex problems and communicate logical, clear, and effective recommendations.
Ability to exercise sound judgment using policies, procedures, data, research, and experience.
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and professional communication skills, including preparing clear and concise reports and communicating across audiences and channels.
Ability to keep confidential information secure and follow internal controls and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
Ability to work in a team environment with diverse people and customers.
Ability to work assigned shifts, use standard office equipment, and communicate information and ideas effectively.
Physical agility and effort sufficient to perform job duties safely and effectively; ability to make valid judgments and decisions.
Reliable transportation may be needed for occasional travel between locations.
Virtual workers must comply with remote work policies and agreements.
Ability to provide emergency after-hours contact numbers if requested.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
Experience in a public accounting firm.
Knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), COSO, and COBIT.
Experience in telecommunications, compliance, or technical processes.
Proficiency with Access, Project, and PowerPoint.
CPA, CISA, CIA, CFA, or CMA certification.
Other telecommunications-industry-specific or job-specific certifications.

Responsibilities

Prepare top-down, risk-based account scoping and risk assessment documentation.
Prepare internal control framework documentation, including process flows, risk and control matrices, and control playbooks for key business process controls and IT general controls.
Assist control owners in designing and implementing effective controls and remediation plans for control deficiencies; monitor remediation progress.
Guide and train control owners on the internal control environment, GAAP, and other accounting compliance activities.
Conduct ongoing, at least annual, risk assessments and control rationalization to account for business changes while managing associated costs.
Coordinate and prepare materials for control walkthroughs and testing of control design and effectiveness.
Design and implement Complementary End-User Controls associated with SOC 1 Type II reporting.
Facilitate audit evidence submissions and resolve audit questions with control owners; act as a primary contact for internal and external audit.
Assist cross-departmental stakeholders with designing, implementing, and monitoring business process controls and IT general controls for system implementations and upgrades, including revenue recognition, customer relationship management, automated customer contracts, ERP, and billing systems.
Advise on non-SOX questions that may have internal control implications.
Submit meaningful updates for the Enterprise Risk Assessment as required.
Design and implement controls associated with Fraud Risk Assessment.
Contribute to business process improvement through data gathering, process evaluation, reporting, and analysis.
Recommend and implement changes that provide measurable value to GCI.
Follow workplace safety and security policies, protect confidential information, and support a safe work environment.
Be available for occasional travel and, when necessary, additional work hours or emergency response outside core business hours.