Sr. Internal Controls Analyst

Position Overview

An established organization is seeking an experienced, highly organized, and detail-oriented Internal Controls Analyst to join its Accounting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating and maintaining the company’s internal control environment, ensuring regulatory compliance, identifying potential risks, designing control activities to mitigate those risks, and performing testing to confirm the effectiveness of controls over financial reporting and operational processes.

This role is well-suited for a motivated self-starter looking for a challenging and rewarding career in Finance & Accounting.

• Identify key business risks and assess their potential impact on financial reporting
• Develop and document internal controls, including related procedures and policies
• Maintain ownership of the Risk Control Matrix
• Conduct business process walkthroughs and document key controls, including process flowcharts
• Perform testing to verify that controls are operating effectively and as intended
• Ensure adherence to internal control policies and applicable regulations
• Communicate findings and recommendations to management, highlighting control deficiencies and opportunities for improvement
• Support internal audit activities by providing documentation and assisting with testing procedures
• Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls and help implement corrective actions
• Assist with internal control–related projects as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (required)
• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance (required)
• 3+ years of internal controls or audit experience (required)
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and concepts (required)
• CPA or CIA certification (strongly preferred)
• Excellent organizational skills, accountability, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Excel and Google Suite (preferred)