Manager of Controls (Closed)

  Our Houston based client has asked us to assist them with their search for a Controls Manager.  They offer excellent benefits and a great working environment.  Below is more detail about the role.

Job Duties

• Assist Director in development and execution of comprehensive internal control processes to help Company ensure compliance with all aspects of Japanese SOX (JSOX).
• Review control documentation, evaluate control design, and review results of testing.
• Oversee review of quarterly controls monitoring processes results and applicable reporting of results to management .
• Identify and analyze deficiencies in internal controls, recommend changes, develop remediation plans, and track and test remediation efforts.
• Identify compensating controls.
• Advise control owners in control development and design.
• Work with external auditors to complete attestation procedures.
• Collaborate with other corporate departments as needed to fulfill compliance duties.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of work papers developed to document work performed.
• Manage Internal Control Analysts and consultants.
• Prepare management reports, both recurring and as required for non-recurring requests.
• Facilitate annual JSOX testing. This includes management of internal and external resources as required and cross-department coordination as necessary to complete testing in timely fashion.
• Prepare written and verbal presentations that educate and inform about internal controls and related processes.

Planning

• Develop and implement short-term plans to improve business processes for designated area.
• Provide information on resources and capabilities to aid Director in development of training budget as needed for team members.
• Develop work plans, establish timelines, and set goals for assigned work.

People Management

•  Daily responsibility for direct reports including coordinating work, establishing standards, reviewing work, conducting performance appraisals, and providing coaching or counseling.
• Identify, recommend, and monitor appropriate, cost-effective training for direct reports

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or the equivalent education and/or experience
• CPA and/or CIA or other relevant designations desirable
• Minimum of six years of related experience
• Minimum of three years leadership experience
• Minimum of three years Audit and/or Sarbanes-Oxley controls experience