Internal Controls Implementation Manager - Reston, VA

Purpose

Facilitates the implementation of SOX internal controls enterprise-wide to include working with third-party consultants and external auditors.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Facilitate implementing SOX compliant enterprise-wide internal controls.

Do the Work

• Manage the detail level process of implementing SOX level controls.
• Work with third-party consultants and external auditors to design and review control documentation.
• Work with various functions within the accounting department to create detailed level process documentation.
• In conjunction with and as directed by third-party consultants and external auditors, lead department heads and accounting personnel in implementing necessary controls to achieve compliance with SOX 404.
• Assist with internal control testing to ensure compliance; recommend and implement any necessary remediation.
• Assist in the creation and deployment of enterprise-wide training and education to stakeholders.
• Seek to continuously improve the internal controls program to become more efficient and effective through optimization and automation.
• Complete other special projects as requested.

Success Metrics and Competencies

Ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate…

• Consistently exhibits the highest standards of business ethics and integrity through actions, decisions, and interactions.
• Proven and effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage, develop, influence, and collaborate with others.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.
• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
• Excellent understanding of financial reports and metrics.

Education, Work Experience, Licensure/Certifications, and Technical Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• CPA, CIA or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of five or more (5+) years relevant experience in internal controls over financial reporting.
• Extensive knowledge of the internal control framework (specifically COSO) and solid understanding of the concepts of control design and operational effectiveness.
• Strong understanding of SOX methodology and associated standards (sections 302, 404, AS5, PCAOB, etc.).
• An organized, detailed, proactive, self-motivated, and collaborative work style.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong ability to assist with documentation of controls to support operational and SOX compliance audits.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

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