Overview

To lead and act as a subject matter expert in providing internal control guidance, evaluate control effectiveness, and recommend improvements to control-related practices commensurate of a mature Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) program. Work closely with Leadership and the Lead ICFR Analysts and key business partners to understand high risk processes, financial statement risks, and key controls to reduce the risk of financial misstatement. Oversee and assist in gathering data, creating reports, documenting and assessing Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR), and executing control assessments (design and operating effectiveness).

Responsibilities

* Lead multiple aspects of the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) governance program
* Lead multi-disciplinary control initiatives to evaluate controls and ultimately transform any control gaps into mature control environments
* Lead the evaluationof the operational performance of existing controls and devise remediation strategies that align control performance with the appropriate risk mitigation methodology
* Analyze and review existing policies, process narratives, and process models / flowcharts to develop insight into the current state of business processes and lead discussions on recommendations for enhancement
* Partner with external and internal auditors establish audit scope, evidence, priorities, and testing procedures that will serve as the foundation for the subsequent audit execution strategy
* Lead activities to design, develop, and implement Key Control Matrices (KCMs) that summarize a broad range of business processes into a control-centric and executive-ready audit deliverable
* Create and recommend remediation plans for existing ICFR related Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs) to address control gaps in design effectiveness
* Validate and update controls documentation (e.g., process narratives, process models / flowcharts, and Key Control Matrices(KCMs)) as needed to ensure accuracy and completeness
* Identify industry best practices associated with risk management and develop subordinate qualitative and quantitative methodologies needed to address those risks using effective controls
* Produce detailed timelines and milestones for control-related project the enables external tracking and performance appraisal
* Review results from control assessments and communicate/escalate critical issues to Leadership and identify upstream and downstream impacts
* Lead the management of ICFR activities effectively using the GRC Tool
* Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Reporting to enhance ICFR governance program strategic planning
* Lead, guide and mentor junior staff
* Solve the most complex control-related business problems by defining the problem, interviewing stakeholders, identifying and evaluating alternatives, and presenting findings
* Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or related field, or the equivalent combination of experience, education and training
* Significant experience with Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR)
* Advanced knowledge of SOX including GAAP principles, financial statement preparation, and internal accounting controls
* Significant experience re-designing processes and identifying control gaps to be consistent with a mature ICFR program
* Significant experience with extracting and documenting business process controls and information technology application and general controls(e.g., access controls list, change controls, segregation of duties, etc.)
* Advanced skills presenting to all levels of stakeholders (including Leadership) across various departments
* Extensive experience in problem resolution including determining root cause, scope and scale of issues
* Significant experience in leading large projects/initiatives which have business risk and impact
* Experience in leading, guiding and coaching professional staff
* Extensive experience that demonstrates the ability to research, compile, and document data, business processes, and workflow
* Advanced skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives and information clearly and concisely

Desired Qualifications

* Advanced knowledge of Navy Federal's functions, philosophy, operations and organizational objectives
* Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
* Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM

Location: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180 | 5550 Heritage Oaks Drive Pensacola, FL 32526

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