Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).
Role and Scope of Position:
Internal Audit is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional to join our SOX compliance team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the integrity of our financial reporting and internal control environment. You’ll contribute to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts, fraud risk assessments, and internal audit engagements that enhance operational efficiency and safeguard company assets.
This position offers broad exposure to business processes across the organization and provides opportunities to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to strengthen our control framework.
Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature ofworkand team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject tochange, basedon managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able towork up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.
- Execute SOX compliance activities, including walkthroughs, control testing, documentation, and evaluation of control effectiveness.
- Analyze control deficiencies, assess risk impact, and support remediation efforts including re-testing timelines.
- Monitor changes in accounting standards, internal policies, system implementations, and organizational structure to assess impact on the control environment; recommend updates or additions to controls as needed.
- Lead and support internal audit engagements from planning through reporting, ensuring timely and insightful deliverables.
- Perform fraud-related testing, analyze trends, and assist in developing preventive and detective controls.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with control and process owners to promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with external auditors to align on SOX testing scope, findings, and remediation strategies.
- Understanding of SOX §302 and §404 requirements and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
- Strong written and oral communication skills to provide clear and concise information to all levels of Company management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and other Office applications; experience with audit software or data analytics tools is a plus
- Experience with Workiva, Maximo, and Power Plan, are highly desirable.
- Ability to tactically and objectively evaluate and implement audit programs and initiatives
- Ability to work effectively with others
- Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
- Ability to think and act in a fast-paced environment with frequently shifting and/or conflicting priorities
- Diplomatic interpersonal skills
- Strong customer service orientation
- Strong team membership skills
- Good spoken and written communication skills
- Ability and willingness to work confidentially, with integrity and to maintain high ethics
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or an equivalent degree is required
- A minimum (3) three years of related experience in accounting or auditing is required. Utility Industry experience a plus.
- Possession of or work towards a CPA and/or CIA designation is strongly preferred as is an MBA or advanced degree
- Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
- Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.