Job Description
An Internal Controls Specialist plays a vital role in maintaining and improving the company's internal controls systems, processes, and documentation. This includes adhering to the C-SOX framework, covering all group finance functions and COFCO group requirements related to finance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Implementing Internal Control systems in key end-to-end finance processes of the company organization;
* Executing key projects to implement finance systems, processes and internal controls in collaboration with other departments;
* Consolidating and monitoring the finance internal control self-assessment process and conducting follow-up discussions with local management teams;
* Contributing to the preparation, disclosure and improvement/implementation of a Consolidated Control Framework across the company;
* Evaluating that key controls are in place and effectively executed by responsible personnel through regular monitoring;
* Collaborating with IT and finance teams on the implementation of the Segregation of Duties Matrix in the company;
* Conducting Risk Assessment processes to define global priorities for the Internal Controls function;
* SUPPORTING Internal Audit teams in the preparation of the Internal Control Evaluation (ICE) report – required by COFCO/SASAC;
* Preparing, reviewing, disclosing and training relevant financial policies and procedures;
* Providing continuous support to Internal/External Auditors on the monitoring process of reported finance control deficiencies;
* Acting as an advisor to management teams, bringing innovative ideas and sharing best practices on finance internal controls and related topics;
* Contributing to continuous Control Monitoring (CCM)—Working with management teams on the development of metrics (KPIs) to anticipate concerns regarding financial risks.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Business administration or CIA / CCSA or CISA type of qualification;
* At least 5 years' experience in a comparable role, preferably in a global organisation;
* Proven track record of implementation and/or monitoring and developing COSO-based frameworks;
* Strong understanding of the SOX or C-SOX framework and requirements;
* Experience working with COSO-based internal controls system;
* Knowledge/experience in monitoring/auditing SOX or C-SOX-based internal controls systems;
* Fluent in English and preferably in at least one of the following languages: Spanish, Portuguese, or Chinese;
* Core competencies including analytical skills, organizational skills, strong communication skills, ability to manage multiple tasks/projects, resilience, high level of critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and high level of ethical conduct.
Cofco International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.