Senior Accounting Analyst; Accounting Controls Team

Senior Accounting Analyst

We are seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst to join the Accounting Controls Team within Principal Asset Management. This role focuses on maintaining strong internal controls over financial reporting and collaborating with investment, finance, and accounting teams. It provides exposure to external auditors, senior leadership, and global stakeholders in a fast-paced, project-based environment.

• Support SOX compliance efforts and coordinate external audits with EY across Principal Asset Management. Act as a liaison between auditors and internal business partners to ensure smooth execution of audits.
• Lead and support walkthroughs and documentation across key SOX processes.
• Participate in annual SOX scoping and risk assessments.
• Manage quarterly certifications and reporting requirements.
• Ensure accounting and internal control requirements are embedded into the design and implementation of new systems and processes.
• Conduct system and process testing to confirm proper functionality and escalate issues when needed.
• Monitor and respond to evolving regulatory guidance, including IT general controls and IT automated controls (ITAC).
• Contribute to process improvements and special projects within the SOX and control environment.
• Partner with global support teams for SOX testing execution.
• Work closely with corporate SOX, finance leadership, and Chief Accounting Officers.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of business areas across Principal Asset Management.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in SOX, internal audit, or public accounting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and audit processes.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Desirable: experience in investment or financial services environments; knowledge of IT risk and controls (e.g., ITGCs, ITACs); ability to navigate complex, cross-functional organizations.