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.