Senior, Financial Controls and Compliance

Career Opportunities: Senior, Financial Controls and Compliance (110046) Requisition ID 110046 -Posted - Finance - NJ - Camden - Full Time - Regular In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more! The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity. Primary Role Administer and monitor the Company’s compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley Act (SOX) activities to ensure internal controls over financial reporting are designed and operating effectively. Key Accountabilities Run the day‑to‑day activities for SOX compliance. This primarily includes collaborating with owners to ensure SOX Controls are designed and operating effectively for in‑scope systems. Ensure controls are submitted and completed timely by owners within SOX system. Maintain complete listing and monitor changes of key reports. Develop strong relationships with business process and information technology owners in coordinating SOX compliance. Assist in the review and assessment of control deficiencies, including development of remediation plans and determination of adequacy of mitigating controls. Serve as liaison with external/internal auditors to manage auditor request list for control testing and resolve questions on relevant control matters. Schedule and administer walkthrough and system observation meetings with internal and external auditors. Serve as administrator of the Company’s SOX compliance platform / database (Optro). Identify areas where internal controls can be optimized (e.g., shift toward preventive automated controls). Participate in special projects and initiatives upon management request, including those that would optimize the effectiveness of existing business applications, technologies and systems and build efficiencies/improvements into current business processes. Work on ad‑hoc projects as needed. Knowledge/Skills Strong knowledge of auditing, internal controls, risk assessment and SOX‑related activities Strong written and oral communication skills, including proven ability to interact effectively with internal stakeholders, management and external professionals (i.e. auditors) Full, end‑to‑end ownership of assignments including, proactively engaging appropriate members to jointly resolve issues and communicate results Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills Strong interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on initiative, knowledge sharing, team building and decision making Prior experience working with Optro (previously known as AuditBoard) and SAP a plus Experience/Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. CPA preferred. 5+ years of relevant accounting or auditing experience required. Prior public accounting and/or internal audit experience a strong preference. Prior experience working in the utility industry a plus. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr