Internal Controls Manager

Description

Lead the Company’s SOX compliance program, including strategy, scoping, testing, and reporting. Manage Internal Controls and Internal Audit staff. Coordinate and collaborate with external auditors and outsourced/co-sourced third-party partners. Provide guidance on internal controls and risk management. Support Internal Audit initiatives and projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

- Lead the SOX compliance program, including risk assessment, certification, planning, execution, and reporting.

- Advise on risk and control best practices.

- Manage third-party outsourcing/co-sourcing resources and relationships with the external auditors.

- Lead and mentor the Internal Controls and Internal Audit staff and foster an environment of professional development.

- Conduct SOX training for business partners and control owners.

- Monitor remediation plans to ensure management adequately responds to issues and recommendations.

- Support Internal Audit projects and quarterly Audit Committee reporting.

- Drive process improvements and leverage technology (data analytics, AI).

Education & Experience

- Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

- 7+ years in Internal Controls Compliance and/or Internal Audit; 3+ years in leadership roles.

- Experience in the energy industry (upstream) is a plus.

Qualifications & Skills

- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and collaborate in a team environment and with all levels of management.

- Strong leadership skills to direct, mentor, and guide audit staff and contractors.

- Strong knowledge of IIA Global Standards, Internal Audit methodologies, SOX compliance requirements, COSO Framework, GAAP, and SEC regulations.

- Excellent problem solving, analytical, and decision-making acumen.

- Proficiency in project management and organizational competencies.

- Works well independently with minimal supervision and with extensive latitude for innovative thinking and independent judgment.

- Experience with Governance, Risk, and Compliance software and tools (i.e., AuditBoard, Teammate, Workiva).

- Familiarity with IT implementation and general controls and emerging technologies.

Certificates & Licenses

- No certifications are required.

Physical Requirements

- Employee must be able to sit for extended periods of time and have use of arms and hands in repetitive motion. A fair amount of standing and walking is also required for the position.