Manager, Accounting Compliance

Overview

The Manager, Accounting Compliance ensures that internal control environment aligns with the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission or COSO framework and that we remain fully compliant with SOX and other regulatory standards. Oversight for Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program, serve as a liaison to both internal and external auditors, and collaborate across departments to implement and sustain a strong, compliant control environment. You will also participate in and lead cross-functional initiatives, particularly those involving Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs), Information Technology Application Controls (ITACs), and audit readiness.

 

Responsibilities

•Leads collaboration and coordination of Management’s Assessment of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR), ensuring documentation is up to date and reflects current business processes and risks.•Responsible for the evaluation of accounting errors and control deficiencies•Liaison with both internal and external audits of internal controls•Plans, organizes, and leads SOX Steering Committee agenda•Plans, organizes, and leads the development of the risk control matrix•Leads the development of process narratives, flowcharts, and presentations•Contributes to quality improvements for accounting and financial reporting matters•Facilitates development of accounting policy documentation•Collaborates with the Senior Director of Financial Reporting and Senior Vice President/Controller on accounting and internal control matters•Provide regular updates to the Chief Accounting Officer, Controller, Vice President of Compliance, Senior Director of Financial Reporting and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in preparation for Audit committee meetings.•Collaborate with Information Technology (IT) Compliance Manager to assess Information Technology General Controls (ITGC) and Information Technology Automated Controls (ITAC), including Logical Access, Change Management, Backup & Restoration, and Incident Management.•Promote internal awareness and training related to controls, SOX, and compliance requirements to the larger accounting team.•Partner with compliance professionals in other departments to ensure enterprise-wide regulatory alignment.•Stay current with developments in accounting standards, regulatory changes, and best practices related to compliance and internal controls.•Quantify the impact of any significant deficiency or material weakness presented

 

 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Education Level: Bachelor’s DegreeMajor: Accounting, Financial Reporting, Risk Management

Degree must be from an accredited college or university.

 

Customarily has at least the following experience: 3 years •3 years of Big 4 public accounting experience (required), preferably with exposure to publicly traded clients or SOX engagements.•Proven experience implementing and maintaining COSO-based internal controls.•Demonstrable experience and knowledge of the COSO 2013 framework and requirements for public company SOX compliance•Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).•Experience with Workiva or similar tool.•Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and work collaboratively with internal stakeholders.•Previous experience in a compliance or internal controls role at an accounting or consulting firm•Familiarity with audit tools or Governance, Risk and Compliance platforms.•Understanding of data analytics or process improvement methodologies is a plus.