Sr Manager, Internal Controls
Job Number: 2798
External Description:
Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.
About This Role
The Carrier Internal Controls team is responsible for partnering with business stakeholders and supporting them in carrying out various controls initiatives including the annual Sarbanes-Oxley program. The Internal Controls Senior Manager position is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a finance / audit professional who seeks to build on their expertise in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Reporting to the Director, Internal Controls, this role will be integral in the successful execution of our SOX program and our broader initiatives to strengthen internal controls across the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide controls guidance and advisory support to global business teams
Support governance our global SOX program, which helps us establish and maintain appropriate internal control over financial reporting
Conduct risk assessments and work directly with Finance leadership to determine the annual SOX scope
Work directly with internal and external auditors to strengthen relationship and promote alignment across audit & controls functions
Support the implementation of our SOX program at acquired entities
Help define SOX procedures / playbooks, which are foundational documents for the Company’s SOX program
Periodically provide training to process owners, facilitating their ability to carry out SOX activities as defined in established standards
Serve as a technical resource on SOX matters, including development, refinement, and documentation of internal controls. In addition, serve as an escalation point on audit matters and deficiency evaluation
Partner with business process owners to consult in the development, implementation and improvement of controls and processes including the design, update and streamlining of key process areas and cycles
Monitor evolving business environment for changes that may impact the company’s internal controls
Monthly internal controls monitoring and leadership reporting to communicate status of SOX program and other critical controls activities
Support quarterly controls certification and representation letter processes
Support Finance Transformation initiatives contributing to entity reduction and process standardization.
Other internal control projects as assigned
Travel Requirements: 10-15%
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or business
Minimum of 5 years professional experience in finance, accounting and/or audit
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supervising and developing professional staff
CPA, CIA, and/or CISA credential preferred
Experience in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of internal controls and SOX compliance at a Big 4 accounting firm and / or publicly traded company
Experience supporting the implementation of a SOX program
Solid understanding of SOX testing methodologies, risk assessment practices and PCAOB requirements
Strong analytical, problem solving, and influencing skills to drive internal controls strategy and partnerships across the company
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy of controls by considering business, IT, and compliance risks
Considerable knowledge of various business processes (e.g., revenue, procurement, inventory, manufacturing, payroll, etc.)
Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills
Proactive, positive, and self-initiating working style
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and across organizational boundaries to reach consensus
Ability to work in a team environment and multi-task. Ethical behavior and transparency
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