Senior Internal Controls Specialist

Position Summary:

The Senior Internal Control Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring the effectiveness of internal control processes, mitigating risks, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. This position reports to the Accounting Manager.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive reviews and assessments of internal control processes and procedures
• Identify areas of potential risk, inefficiency, or non-compliance, and develop recommendations for control enhancements
• Assist in the development and maintenance of internal control procedures, policies, process flows, risk and control matrices, and testing documentation
• Perform testing and monitoring activities to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Analyze control deficiencies and work with stakeholders to develop and implement corrective actions
• Prepare regular reports and presentations for management to communicate internal control deficiencies, status updates, and recommendations related to internal controls and compliance efforts
• Provide training and guidance to employees on internal control policies, procedures, and best practices to promote a culture of compliance and accountability
• Stay up-to-date on changes regarding regulatory requirements, industry standards, and emerging risks, as well as proactively assess their impact on internal controls and business operations Perform other position related duties as assigned

Basic:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• While travel is unlikely, the ideal candidate will be able to travel, with reasonable prior notice as required (domestic and/or international)
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as required
• 3-5 years’ experience in internal audit, internal controls, risk management or related field, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify root cause issues, evaluate control effectiveness, and develop practical solutions
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal abilities, effectively engaging with individuals at various organizational levels
• Detail-oriented self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to work at a quick pace
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications, particularly Excel and Word

Preferred:

• Advanced degree or professional certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, or CFE)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain operations
• Previous leadership experience

Working Conditions:

• Ability to sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in front of a computer screen for extended periods of time
• Ability to operate basic office equipment
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds

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Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, 401K with company match.