Senior Internal Controls Analyst

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY:

Our company is seeking a detail-oriented senior internal controls analyst to join our team. The primary responsibility is to lead internal controls for assigned business units or support functions. Responsibilities include coordinating audits, analyzing and documenting processes, identifying risks and gaps, testing control effectiveness, and designing solutions. As a partner and consultant to the business, there's a focus on sustainable solutions for control weaknesses, leading collaborative efforts, driving remediation, and applying creativity to enhance internal controls management efficiency.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs work under the direction of the Senior Director – Sarbanes-Oxley Program and Chief Accounting Officer which can include individual or multiple assignments and/or projects.

• Document accounting, financial operations, and other SOX-related processes by updating flowcharts and comprehensive risk and control matrices/programs for assigned process areas.

• Help internal customers enhance the quality and efficiency of their internal controls through digitalization, automation, while maintaining or increasing overall assurance.

• Assist in the implementation of new or improved internal control procedures as required, ensuring compliance with regulations and auditing standards.

• Own the remediation of internal control observations in collaboration with various business process owners, prioritizing timely and sustainable solutions.

• Act as the main point of contact for selected internal customers and external auditors in all questions related to internal controls.

• Embrace a mindset of continuous improvement.

• Keep abreast of changes in financial laws and regulations, applying the latest norms in the company's internal control procedures.

• Perform annual scoping of financial statement, risk assessment, and planning of the SOX program and help to ensure external auditors are aligned with management’s assessment.

• Assist in providing ongoing training in relevant SOX regulations and best practices to business process owners

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accountable for collective results and recognizing others’ contributions and share credit for success.

• Influence change management initiatives to drive improvements and efficiencies cross-functionally.

• Interact collaboratively and communicate effectively with external, internal customers, and stakeholders to address issues and ensure alignment across the organization to drive customer success.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of SOX regulations and other financial compliance requirements.

• Sharp analytical skills, capable of processing sophisticated data and making well-supported judgments.

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with a shown ability to prepare and present information to management.

• Validated ability to handle multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and deliver quality results in a team environment.

• Focus on efficiency and process improvement, along with a consultative approach.

• Proven track record to build positive relationships with teammates, key partners, and business and functional authorities.

• Strong project management and organizational skills.

• Experience with implementing and managing internal controls, experience in business process improvement.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

• Knowledge of Workday ERP and/or Salesforce CRM systems is a plus.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

• 4+ years of experience in internal controls, auditing, or accounting.

• Public accounting experience strongly preferred.

• CPA or CIA a plus.

Other Qualifications
The Winning Way behaviors that all Vertex employees need in order to meet the expectations of each other, our customers, and our partners.

• Communicate with Clarity - Be clear, concise and actionable. Be relentlessly constructive. Seek and provide meaningful feedback.

• Act with Urgency - Adopt an agile mentality - frequent iterations, improved speed, resilience. 80/20 rule – better is the enemy of done. Don’t spend hours when minutes are enough.

• Work with Purpose - Exhibit a “We Can” mindset. Results outweigh effort. Everyone understands how their role contributes. Set aside personal objectives for team results.

• Drive to Decision - Cut the swirl with defined deadlines and decision points. Be clear on individual accountability and decision authority. Guided by a commitment to and accountability for customer outcomes.

• Own the Outcome - Defined milestones, commitments and intended results. Assess your work in context, if you’re unsure, ask. Demonstrate unwavering support for decisions.

COMMENTS:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.