Skillsoft
Principal,InternalControls
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“Principal, Internal Controls at Skillsoft. Skills: Internal Controls, SOX, Risk Management. Lead SOX scoping and assessment. Evaluate and document financial processes”
What You'll Achieve.
Strengthen the internal control environment; Positive impact on the business; Address risks with appropriate internal controls; Close critical skill gaps; Accelerate transformation
Industry & Context.
Advanced analytical skills; Ability to independently solve practical problems
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8+ years of professional experience in an internal controls function and/or a public accounting firm, Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Internal Controls background, Proficient in all Microsoft Office products, Working knowledge of professional standards, regulations and frameworks required: COSO framework, Sarbanes Oxley regulations, PCAOB standards/guidance related to internal controls, Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, Ability to interact with all levels within the organization, Advanced analytical, organizational and risk assessment skills, Experience with GRC implementation and management, Ability to handle multiple responsibilities at a time with effective project management skills, Ability to meet due dates with minimal supervision, Acute attention to detail and high quality in all deliverables, Ability to independently solve practical problems, Innate curiosity with a default “trust but verify” mindset
Nice to Have
MBA preferred, CPA/Chartered Accountant preferred, Experience working in Big 4 accounting firms
What You'll Do.
Lead SOX scoping and assessment
Evaluate and document financial processes
Conduct walkthroughs and controls testing
Propose process improvements
Coordinate Enterprise Risk Management Program
Coordinate Business Continuity Plan
Assess internal control design
Identify business risks and develop controls
Prepare reporting for testing findings
Develop remediation plans
Support remediation testing
Partner with IT for SOX compliance
Identify and monitor process changes
Evaluate control operating effectiveness
Identify control deficiencies
Prioritize deficiency resolution
Review work of others
Develop and implement training
Respond to auditor requests
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with business partners; Maintain cooperative relationships; Facilitate conflict resolution; Share information; Accept and provide constructive feedback; Liaise with internal and external auditors
Communication Scope
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Ability to interact with all levels within the organization; Prepare reporting for testing findings and recommendations to management in a clear, concise manner
Process & Methodology
Effective project management skills
Full Job Description
At Skillsoft, we believe skills fuel growth. Our mission is to empower every organization and every learner to turn constant change into continuous growth. As part of the team, your skills will help organizations understand what skills they have, what they need next, and how to apply them in ways that drive real performance and progress. Skillsoft is seeking an experienced Internal Controls Lead to support the Director, Internal Controls & Projects in managing the Corporate Internal Controls team in maintaining and monitoring the company’s compliance efforts in accordance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements. In this role, you will have the opportunity to play a key role in providing support in the company’s continuous efforts to monitor and improve the company’s internal control environment as well as coordinate efforts around enterprise risk management activity and business continuity planning. Responsibilities: Take a leadership role in SOX scoping and assessment of financial statement risks Partner with process owners to evaluate and document key financial processes and related financial statement risks, including review and update of process documentation, conducting walkthroughs, preparing test plans, reviewing work of others and conducting controls testing for more technical functional areas Collaborate with business partners to propose process improvements that will strengthen the internal control environment while having a positive impact on the business Coordinate, along with Director of Internal Controls & Projects and Chief Accounting Officer, the company’s requirements for its Enterprise Risk Management Program and Business Continuity Plan Assess the internal control design to identify any design gaps and provides guidance with implementation of new or revised controls Assist in identifying business risks, evaluating the implications and developing appropriate internal controls to address risks Prepare reporting for testing findings and recomm
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