SOX Analyst

NW Natural•Happy Valley, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented SOX Analyst to join our dynamic team. As a SOX Analyst, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) and internal control procedures. Your primary responsibilities will include performing risk assessments, researching and interpreting leading guidance, and providing recommendations to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of our internal controls. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and support our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or an applicable major.
Minimum three years of applied accounting experience.
Excellent knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and a working knowledge of SOX compliance and remediation requirements.
Understands business processes, process controls and its impact on financial reporting.
Proven analytical skills with a focus on control deficiency mitigation, impact assessment and scoping.
Must have a high degree of proficiency in organization, planning and project management.
Requires outstanding ethical standards consistent with company policies, procedures and practices, etc.
Proven ability to function in a team environment and act as a technical resource and provide information and training to others.
Ability to facilitate and coordinate projects.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to work and interact cross-functionally.

Nice To Haves

CPA/CISA certifications preferred.
Additional years of progressively responsible accounting experience required for a level 3.
Public accounting experience is preferred.
Experience in utility industry or related business environment is preferred.
Experience with SAP software is preferred.
Proven PC Skills within the Microsoft Office suite of applications (specifically Excel)

Responsibilities

Serves as contact point for SOX process owners and updates process documentation upon changes in business practices.
Monitors SOX efforts to ensure that design and operational effectiveness are maintained.
Assists with the development, documentation and implementation of controls and processes.
Researches, interprets and implements requirement of new audit standards for internal control over financial reporting.
Maintains SOX tool (AuditBoard SOXHub) including supporting documentation.
Contributes to the preparation of deficiency evaluations and assists business owners with remediation.
Monitors and prepares reports on the status of quarterly compliance requirements.
Coordinates requests from internal and external auditors for client prepared work papers and oversees annual audit schedule.
Assists with the preparation of reports on Section 404 compliance for the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
Supports risk analysis and monitoring of risks.
Participates in ongoing SOX scoping for changes in the business including acquisitions, the environment and changing standards and guidance.
Acts in an advisory capacity for Accounting policies and procedures, including automation advancements.
Leads company-wide SOX trainings and promotes SOX compliance.
Performs financial analysis and prepares special reports, as required.
Establishes and maintains working relationships with outside industry contacts and businesses to stay current with developing trends and leading practices in accounting and financial reporting.
Supports Company’s commitment to a culture of safe work practices.
Assists in special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
Free access to an online wellness resources platform
Up to 23 Vacation Days
80 Hours of Sick Time
10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
Flexible work arrangements
3 weeks paid parental leave
Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room
Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary
Competitive 401K company contribution and match
15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
Wellness incentive program
20% off natural gas service
Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless