Payroll SOX Control Analyst

Internal Controls Specialist

Position would require the candidate to be a W2 employee of Donatech. US Citizenship Required.

Identify, assess, and document key controls related to payroll

Stand up control testing

Develop and maintain control narratives, flowcharts and control matrices for audit evidence

Recommend and implement remediation actions for control deficiencies; track remediation status

Document and provide guidance on payroll system changes to ensure SOX compliance is embedded in design

Assist in risk assessments and updating of SOX control framework

Deliver training and awareness sessions to payroll staff on control responsibilities and documentation standards

Assist in preparing status reports and dashboards for senior leadership and compliance lead

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of payroll operations experience in a US based organization

3+ years of direct SOX testing experience, preferably within Payroll or HRIS

Proficiency with payroll systems - SAP Employee Central Payroll, SAP Employee Central

Strong excel/Power Query abilities

Proficiency in internal controls, Sarbanes Oxley

Demonstrated problem-solving skills with data-driven decision making

Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to convey complex issues to non-technical audiences

Demonstrated knowledge of Payroll principles & processes

Desired skills:

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Strong SAP Employee Central systems experience

Experience with DCMA, DCAA, Internal-Auditing, and SAP Payroll compliance

Previous leadership experience

Strong Advanced MS Excel skills with proficiencies in using Excel related capabilities to build and automate data.

Demonstrated staff level accounting skills confirmed through related work experience.