Section Manager - Finance SOX ERM

Overview

The Section Manager SOX and Finance Quality Assurance is responsible for the management and oversight of Con Edison's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Program Office and the Quality Assurance (FQA) Program both of which are part of the Finance organization. The group reports to the Director of SOX and Enterprise Risk Management, who reports to the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. The individual leads all efforts related to oversight and execution of the Company's SOX program. SOX is a federal regulation that requires management to document, assess and make representations regarding the effectiveness of the corporation's internal control structure for financial reporting. The position requires expertise in the design, operation and maintenance of internal controls, interpreting changes in SOX requirements, and coordinating SOX compliance activities throughout the Company. The position requires an individual with strong leadership, team building and relationship management skills. The section manager will be required to train, influence, and marshal a wide and diverse group of stakeholders across the enterprise.The Section Manager also leads quality assurance efforts for Finance, providing fair and informed appraisal of the effectiveness of the organization's processes, controls and efficiency of operational performance. The Section manager coordinates with quality assurance and control functions throughout the Company to develop and implement best practices and works closely with both the Auditing organization and the external auditor.The Section Manager must have relevant knowledge and experience, excellent project management and planning capabilities, and expertise in process mapping and control design. The individual must interact effectively with all levels of management, write and speak clearly, manage his/her subordinates' time effectively, and consistently provide high-quality results within established deadlines.Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities* Train, influence, and marshal SOX process/control owners and senior management stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience* Bachelor's Degree and 8 years' work experience or

Preferred Education/Experience* Bachelor's Degree in accounting, engineering, the sciences, economics, finance or business.

Relevant Work Experience* Experience within the financial services, consulting and/or accounting sectors, required.

Skills and Abilities* Ability to analyze and interpret financial data

Licenses and Certifications* Driver's License Required

Additional Physical Demands* Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.