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Wesco · 1 month ago

Manager - Internal Controls Excellence

2301 Patriot Boulevard, Glenview, IL, 60026, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$117K/yr - $158K/yr

6+ years exp

Wesco is a company focused on optimizing internal control frameworks throughout its digital platform journey. The Manager - Internal Controls Excellence will play a key role in assessing and improving internal controls, collaborating with stakeholders to identify risks, and fostering a controls-focused culture across the organization.

CommercialElectronicsManufacturing

Responsibilities

Manage the assessment of the internal control structure as part of the digital transformation and broader data & digital platform initiatives

Collaborate with key stakeholders across the company to proactively identify risks and implement internal controls

Participate in the design and implementation of process controls including manual process controls, automated and configurable controls, interface controls, and segregation of duties. Make recommendations and provide guidance based on understanding of internal controls and the organization

Identify opportunities for improvement and lead process improvement activities and projects

Contribute to the alignment and development of internal controls across the company, ensuring that we eliminate or minimize all risks associated with finance-related activities

Document and maintain end-of-the-end process narratives of future state capabilities, identification of risks, and design of internal controls as defined as part of our digital transformation and broader data & digital platform initiatives

Apply a risk-based approach to the review of company systems and controls through development of management’s testing plan

Act as a trusted liaison and establish strong relationships with stakeholders and process owners across the company

Drive continuous improvement in the SOX compliance program

Participate and lead training initiatives associated with internal controls and related processes

Maintain a strong partnership with Internal Audit and third-party auditors around the testing of controls by presenting updated controls and risks, defined as part of our digital transformation

Participate and lead projects as needed

Qualification

CPACIACISASOX complianceGAAP knowledgeIT General ControlsService Organization ControlsAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsLeadershipDecision-making

Required

Bachelors Degree – Business, Finance, Accounting or related field required; Masters Degree preferred

6+ years in accounting, auditing, or other financial management experience

Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) regulations, and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing

In-depth understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements, including their application and implications for compliance in a decentralized environment, as well as their impact on business strategy and organizational design

Solid understanding of segregation of duties, with the ability to identify and apply mitigating controls against them

Proven experience with IT General Controls (ITGC) and Service Organization Controls (SOC), including the ability to assess, implement, and monitor these controls effectively

Strong analytical skills to quickly review and analyze business processes, identifying opportunities for improvements in control, profitability, and productivity

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of management and employees

Demonstrated leadership and credibility, fostering a high degree of trust and respect, and building strong relationships with both operations and corporate staff

Self-motivated and mature, capable of performing well in a fast-paced, dynamic, and growth-oriented environment, with the ability to develop and execute effective goals and objectives

Practical and creative thinker with solid decision-making abilities and sound business judgment

Ability to travel 0-25%