Sr. Analyst - Internal Control, Processes & Systems

Job description

Role Purpose The Senior Analyst of Internal Controls, Processes, and Systems will be responsible supporting Senior Manager/Director/Lead Internal Control, Processes and Systems for implementing, and managing the company’s internal control framework, focusing processes enhancement, relevant testing, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and enhancing the effectiveness of financial reporting systems. The ideal candidate will understand Accounting, Finance, Reporting and be able to support team to ensure better system control and other finance initiatives. Accountability & Activities Internal Controls Framework Assist his/her reporting manager or team Lead in testing internal control and related finance process documents, with a focus on Accounting & financial reporting and material operational risks leading to financial impact, to ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting. This includes: o Risk and Control Matrix preparation/update o Process understanding and walkthrough o Design and Effectiveness testing of controls o Gap remediation and follow up o External Audit management support Continuous Control Monitoring: Continuously review current system posting and optimize accurate accounting in right General Ledger and Cost center. Continuous review and update of Finance policies and procedures to keep it up to date. Test S4 Application Control: Identify and test various system control to ensure that there is no bypass available in system and workflows are being managed as per the DOA in ERP. Audit and cross department Coordination Assist business users to moderate discussion with internal and external auditors, facilitating documentation requests, and ensuring the timely resolution of audit findings. Work on cross department alignment and process enhancement to ensure ease in operation. Systems Integration and Optimization Support and contribute for various system (including SAP, SCH, Salesforce, L2, SuccessFactors, etc.) integration and optimization for accurate/controlled accounting and reporting, ensuring that systems supports robust internal controls and accurate reporting. Provide Finance control and governance input into system design, workflows, approval matrices, access controls, segregation of duties, system configurations, and key automated controls. Finance Initiatives and other mandates Support or initiate key finance initiative for continuous improvement and management support. Ensure successful and timely completion of any tasks assigned by reporting manager as part of day-to-day activities or presentations. Reporting and Monitoring Continuously monitor and take necessary actions on open audit or ICFR points and support business team by guiding them and helping them to take necessary action to close the point. Contribute his/her own expertise to resolve the issue proactively.

Requirements

• Trainings, or Certifications)
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or
• a related field.
• Professional Experience
• At least 3 - 5 years of experience in Accounting, Finance
• and Bookkeeping.
• Language(s) Known
• Arabic
• English (Preferred)

Skills