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About UsEvery day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow.

About The RoleReporting to the Head of Audit – Information Systems and Digital, the UK Senior Manager/US Director of SOx Compliance and Audit is responsible for the testing of the Company's SOx compliance efforts and managing the audit process for a portfolio of internal audits. This role will be responsible for both Business and IS SOx Compliance, working closely with Risk Compliance and Controls and External Audit, and supervise co-source efforts supporting SOx testing. This role will be supported by a number of Managers who are responsible for Business and IS SOx Compliance. The role will also manage the audit process for business reviews in the UK and US and work collaboratively with the Heads of Audit and peers to deliver the established mandate, governance and corporate responsibilities ensuring strategic alignment of the Corporate Audit function with Audit and Risk Committee expectations.

• Responsible for both Business and IS SOx Compliance testing.
• Identify and promote efficiencies in SOx compliance (offshoring, control rationalization, testing approach).
• Coordinate with Risk Compliance and Controls and External Audit.
• Communicate significant issues within the Audit group and appropriate SOx stakeholders.
• Support modernization of the SOx program by driving change with key stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the SOx program, adding value and driving efficiencies to reduce the overall cost of compliance.
• Manage the audit process for a portfolio of internal audits with agility and timely delivery.
• Supervise the daily work activities of Senior Auditors and Auditors.

• Business and IS SOx testing completion
• Oversee Managers, SOx Analysts, and co-source providers to validate internal controls over financial reporting are identified and tested appropriately for design and operating effectiveness.
• Support evaluation and communication of business control deficiencies within the organization.
• Validate resources are appropriately determined and staffed for each SOx audit.
• Coordination with Risk Compliance and Controls and External Audit
• Align overall testing strategy with requirements of both groups to promote efficiencies.
• Report on testing progress with a focus on key deficiencies identified.
• Identify improvement opportunities and coordinate with key stakeholders to implement change.
• SOx operational excellence
• Evaluate how testing efforts can be optimized through offshore resources, co-source, innovative testing approaches, control rationalization, or better partnering to reduce SOx testing effort.
• Provide suggestions and implement changes to optimize SOx testing efforts.
• Internal Audit execution
• Manage and coordinate the execution of audits across the businesses, ensuring audit testing plans deliver value, high quality, and are on schedule.
• Second-level reviews of audit plans, workpapers, and reports to ensure independent assurance and ethical standards.
• Support audit teams by clearly defining objectives and scope, applying critical thinking and appropriate testing methodologies, and sharing findings and recommendations.
• Supervise daily activities of Senior Auditors and Auditors; mentor and coach as needed.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Business Unit executives to understand business changes and practice leading audit standards.
• General responsibilities
• Create an inclusive environment where people can bring their full selves to work.
• Achieve annual goals, KPIs and budget targets by effectively managing resources and stakeholder requirements.
• Coordinate with other control functions to ensure activities are consistent and leveraged across the organization.
• Collaborate with Global Head of Audit and Corporate Audit Leadership Team to shape the team strategy and audit coverage for SOx.
• Uphold Corporate Audit leadership qualities and behaviors.
• Promote Corporate Audit value and maintain strong business relationships.
• Continuously assess needs and development opportunities; leverage knowledge and technology to transform ways of working.
• Be a strategist; adapt to change and guide others toward meaningful goals.

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, COSO, PCAOB Auditing Standards, Sarbanes-Oxley, risk and controls standards and SOx compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of Business and IS technical elements supporting ICFR.
• Broad exposure to internal audit, internal controls, and risk management.
• Ability to synthesize and communicate complex audit topics to stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent listening, verbal, written and presentation skills; ability to influence executives.
• Strong project management skills and a track record of leading multiple teams and audit projects.
• Outstanding leadership and talent development capabilities.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Experience with data-driven, digital, modern audit approaches and technology adoption.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and strict deadlines.
• Ability to drive change and remove barriers; proactive in adapting to changes.
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Accounting, Finance, STEM, or Business Administration is required. CPA/CA, CFA, CIA, CISA or similar certification is a plus.

Annual SalaryBrooklyn and surrounding area: $181,000-$213,000Waltham and surrounding area: $169,000-$199,000Salary commensurate with experience and location.

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