Sr. Internal Controls Analyst

Bunzl Distribution NA • Creve Coeur, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Internal Controls Analyst supports the Internal Controls Manager in developing and maintaining an effective internal controls environment at Bunzl North America. The role engages in risk assessment, control creation and implementation, and continuous monitoring. It is based in St. Louis, Missouri, and is not a remote role. Travel of up to 20% is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.
• At least 3 years of experience in a related area.
• Strong client focus and ability to build relationships with the business.
• Strong business acumen, willingness to learn, and problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to simplify complex topics.
• Strong negotiation, written and verbal communication, and presentation skills, with demonstrated ability to implement change effectively.
• Experience implementing risk-based processes and controls.
• Knowledge of accounting standards such as GAAP and IFRS.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work within a team and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Professional designation such as CPA or CIA, or progress toward one.
• Global and international experience.
• Experience with a range of ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning and establishing an effective internal controls strategy and help ensure its efficient execution across the business.
• Assist in managing relationships with process and control owners.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to improve the internal control environment.
• Assist department leaders in developing, monitoring, and maintaining effective internal controls.
• Monitor and report internal control weaknesses, and track resolution of control gaps through timely management action plans.
• Partner with business process and control owners as an internal controls coach and business partner, helping embed controls and deliver improvement plans.
• Plan and implement periodic monitoring assessments of the business control environment.
• Help plan, coordinate, and complete periodic Risks & Controls Self-Assessments, and work with owners to track and resolve remediation or control updates.
• Benchmark the internal controls environment to ensure it reflects key business risks and remains fit for purpose.
• Assist in reviewing internal control design effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Help assess systems and security risks and ensure IT operations follow corporate standards and regulatory requirements.
• Stay current on developments affecting internal controls and audit procedures, update management, and make corresponding control changes as needed.
• Proactively follow up on ineffective controls and implementation of improvement plans.
• Prepare and present information effectively using strong business writing skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective the first day of the month after 30 days.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, holiday, and personal time.
• 401(k) with a generous company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior