Internal Controls Specialist/Internal Audit & Controls Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Internal Control Tester to evaluate and strengthen internal controls across financial, operational, and IT processes. This role is responsible for conducting detailed control testing, supporting risk and compliance initiatives, and partnering with stakeholders to address control gaps and drive continuous improvement.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks: COSO, COBIT, SOX 404, ISO 27001.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and critical-thinking skills.
• Proficiency in process mapping, control testing, and reporting.
• Strong communication skills with ability to work across functions.
• Experience with audit or GRC tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel, SAP, Archer, ACL, AuditBoard).

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Internal Controls, Risk Management, Internal Audit, or External Audit.
• Experience in SOX testing, walkthroughs, and control documentation preferred.

Preferred Certifications

• CIA, CPA, CISA, or CRMA.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct control testing and process walkthroughs across financial, operational, and IT areas.
• Evaluate control design and effectiveness; document findings and recommend improvements.
• Support risk assessments, control mapping, and updates to the Risk and Control Matrix (RCM).
• Ensure testing compliance with SOX, COSO, GLBA, and internal frameworks.
• Prepare reports, present findings, and track remediation with process owners.
• Identify opportunities to enhance control processes, automate testing, and improve documentation.