Senior Financial Controls Analyst (Hybrid)

Senior Financial Controls Analyst Location: Plymouth, MN, United States We have an opportunity for a Senior Financial Controls Analyst to join our Internal Audit team in Plymouth, MN. The role leads risk‑based assessment and testing of internal controls over financial reporting in compliance with SOX Section 404. It owns the design, execution, and quality of business process control testing, partners with senior stakeholders to align on scope and timing, and ensures timely remediation of control deficiencies. Responsibilities Execute SOX 404 testing programs for business process controls across critical financial processes, including revenue, claims, investments, and financial close. Plan and manage assigned testing activities, including risk‑based scoping, sampling, test step execution, documentation, and quality assurance reviews. Perform design and operating effectiveness testing of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), including complex, system‑dependent, and judgment‑based controls such as management review controls. Identify control deficiencies and testing exceptions, perform root‑cause analysis, and document issues clearly and accurately. Track remediation efforts in partnership with control owners and validate corrective actions through re‑testing, ensuring timely and sustainable closure. Collaborate closely with Finance, Risk, Internal Audit, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure testing activities align with organizational objectives, ICFR governance requirements, and SOX 404 regulatory standards. Prepare clear, concise, and audit‑ready reporting of testing results, deficiency status, and remediation progress for review by senior stakeholders and SOX leadership. Support the organization’s SOX control uplift initiatives by contributing to improvements in control design, testing efficiency, and documentation quality. Drive continuous improvement of testing methodologies, including documentation standards, quality controls, and the use of data analytics and system‑generated reports where applicable. Operate independently on assignments of significant complexity, applying advanced judgment, analytical skills, and problem‑solving capabilities with limited supervision. Provide informal leadership, coaching, and mentoring to junior team members involved in business process control testing. The Expertise You Bring Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field required. Minimum of 4 years of experience in internal controls, SOX compliance, audit, or a related discipline within a large or complex organization. Strong technical knowledge of internal controls principles, internal control frameworks, and regulatory requirements related to SOX 404 and ICFR. Demonstrated experience designing and executing control testing programs, identifying control deficiencies, and supporting remediation efforts. Professional designation such as CPA (or equivalent international certification) preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reporting and effectively engage with Finance, Risk, Audit, and business stakeholders. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex assignments with limited supervision. Salary and Benefits The typical base salary range for this position is $87,000 – $123,000, based on experience, role, and location. For candidates located in San Francisco, CA; Washington DC; Massachusetts; or the New York City metro area, the base salary range is $110,000 – $129,000. Full‑time employees are also eligible for bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance with no waiting period Competitive paid time off programs 401(k) savings plan with annual contributions of up to 12% of annual salary Mental health support programs, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, and additional voluntary benefits Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions