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INTERNAL CONTROL SPECIALIST RBS

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INTERNAL CONTROL SPECIALIST RBS

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Compensación: COP 0 - COP 0 - mensualmente


About the Company

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality, and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world.


Responsibilities

The Internal Control Specialist is a key contributor role within the SGS North America (NAM) region, reporting directly to the NAM VP of Finance Operations, and informally to the NAM Risk Management & Internal Control (RM&IC) Manager. In this position, you will be responsible for handling Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICoFR) and Enterprise Risk Management initiatives in the region. You will facilitate the preparation of centralized key control documentation and analysis, for control owners review and approval. You will prepare self-assessments of centralized controls and assist with the planning and preparation of self-assessments by business unit Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for de-centralized controls, to ensure:

  • Control activities, processes, and procedures comply with group and local requirements and regulations.
  • The adequacy of control design and operation addresses the underlying risks and assertions.
  • Recommendations for improvements align with best-practices and leverage organizational synergies wherever possible.
  • Control and process deficiencies are remediated in a timely and effective manner.

This position will also be responsible for assisting in the administration of other compliance requirements including, but not limited to, the annual Management Risk Assessment and the monitoring/updates of the regional Grants of Authority, with guidance from the RM&IC Manager.


Requirements

Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of combined internal control, risk management, external/internal audit, and/or finance experience. Experience in a Big Four will be a strong plus.
  • Practical knowledge in designing/implementing internal control frameworks, testing internal controls, risk assessment methodologies and regulatory requirements, familiarity with data analytics, CAAT, and knowledge of COSO.
  • Qualified accountant (ACA, CPA, CIA or similar), university degree in finance, accounting, business administration or a related field.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess complex situations, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions. Strong analytical skills and ability to deliver synthetic and insightful information.
  • Effective communication and people skills, with the ability to build relationships, trust and respect, influence stakeholders across entire organization, in a multi-cultural and matrix environment, and ability to effectively convey complex concepts to diverse audiences, with international working experience in global organizations.
  • Comfortable with change and consistently drives for innovation, simplification, and process improvement.
  • Effective at multi-tasking, prioritizing, and meeting tight deadlines while working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in relevant software applications (e.g., GRC tools, ERP systems (Oracle), and Microsoft Office Suite).
  • English fluency.

We Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Direct contract with indefinite term
  • Full-time position
  • On-site work location

About the Company

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality, and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world.


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