Senior Finance Internal Controls Analyst

Senior Finance Internal Controls AnalystNorth America Retailer of Energy and Energy ServicesJob Description• Assist in the development and execution of effective testing procedures of manual internal controls at a re-performance standard in connection with Management's assessment of the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls • Assist in the design of financial and operational processes, including development of internal controls and evaluation of control environment • Participate in business process reviews with individual Business Process Owners • Document and map internal control processes within and across departments • Identify control weaknesses and assess control procedures • Participate in the control remediation process with Business Process Owners, ensuring effective and timely resolution • Assist with the identification of suitable compensating/mitigating controls and process improvements for control deficiencies that sufficiently lower the risk of financial misstatement and improve efficiency • Participate in methodology refinement work to continually evolve the Controls Group framework and program • Maintain internal control documentation in accordance with Program standards by identifying and processing documentation change requests/requirements • Prepare and present control test reporting materials and results to various levels of senior management • Develop training materials and facilitate training sessions for various internal stakeholdersQualifications• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline is required • 5 or more years of internal controls or audit experience is required • CPA, CIA, and/or other qualification/certification is preferred • Big Four accounting firm experience is preferred • Current knowledge of GAAS, GAAP and IFRS is required • The ability to create spreadsheets, perform basic calculations, and manipulate data in Microsoft Excel is required • Knowledge of Oil & Gas, Energy Trading and Power Generation business terminology is preferred • Excellent analytical and communication skills • Strong foundation and understanding of finance accounting processes • Ability to complete process maps/documentation, identify and assess risks, identify & evaluate controls, write test plans, gaps, weaknesses in organization's business processes, and suggest remediation recommendations • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal – ability to facilitate and influence • Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks and to give attention to detail, while maintaining timelinesAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Direct Staffing Inc