The Fedcap Group
New York, New York
03/23/2021
Full time
We are hiring in NYC! Join us at The Fedcap Group for an exciting career as a Controller. Mission: We are committed to improving the economic and social well-being of the impoverished and disadvantaged . The Fedcap Group is comprised of top-tier nonprofit organizations located throughout the United States and the UK. We serve over 320,000 people annually. Our goal is to change the world. Job Title: Controller Location: 633 3rd Avenue, New York, NY 10017 FLSA Status: Exempt Position Type: Full-Time Position Summary: The Controller - Audits will take ownership of Internal and External Audit, and be the primary contact for this function with Government and other Regulatory Agencies, external Audit Firm, and Program Executives, The position requires strong communication skills and innovative thinking to communicate with and educate finance and non-finance personnel on financial policies, reporting requirements, and new accounting pronouncements. In this role, you will conduct both internal control and risk assessment based audits for multiple practice areas and groups, test internal controls, assist with remediation and implementing viable solutions, prepare and present audit findings to both senior management and divisional management team(s), and assist with special projects as needed to further tighten internal controls. Manage external Audit requirements and relationships across the agency. Essential Job Functions: Own and deliver the strategy, tactics, workflows, work product, and evaluation of the financial audit culture of The Fedcap Group. Specifically: Develop, enhance, and lead the Internal Controls and Quality Assurance team for Corporate functions related to our client Drive the governance/framework for internal controls over financial reporting, Establish related policies and procedures. Assist process owners in documenting process flows and controls. Perform quality assurance procedures to ensure compliance with the control governance framework. Test controls/ transactions to ensure compliance with related policies and procedures/ Share testing results with management for appropriate corrective action. Manage and perform the full life cycles of internal audits, including scoping, testing, deficiency confirmation, and reporting for audits that cover financial, operational, and technology risks. Perform financial audits of business functions and processes to ensure the integrity of controls over the financial reporting in accordance with the applicable accounting and auditing standards; Performing operational audits of business functions and processes to ensure compliance with the applicable policies and procedures and the efficiency of operations Determine the adequacy of the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting; Participating in the planning and execution of the Company's general controls and audit program; Perform anti-fraud and other auditing procedures using data analytics; Perform and document audit tasks as required by the audit program; Write audit comments and recommendations for improvement; Prepare draft audit reports; Make oral presentations of audit findings to management and supervisory personnel within the area being audited; Keep Internal Audit department management informed on a timely basis of any findings or possible recommendations; Maintain effective working relationships with operating management of all levels; and, Manage multiple tasks effectively. Participate in SOX 404 internal control evaluation and testing Financial, Operational and Information Systems audits Data analytics and implementing best practices in the Internal Audit function Conduct internal audits for management to assess the effectiveness of controls, accuracy of financial records, the efficiency of operations, and compliance with government regulation and strong working knowledge of GAAP.· Manage the development and implementation of the audit function of all financial, operational, and information system activities. Administer an ongoing risk assessment process to select appropriate audit projects. Manage the communication of findings, conclusions, and recommendations to management. · Develop scope, objectives, work plans, and cost for all audit assignments, including the selection of appropriate audit tests, identification of key controls, utilization of statistical methods, and use of a survey, interview, and computer-assisted audit techniques. Ensure work is planned in a cost-effective and efficient manner.· Consult with management regarding audit recommendations as appropriate.· Coordinate internal auditing functions with external auditors.· Adhere to professional, Internal Auditing and Information System Audit and Control Association Standards. Coordinate an ongoing review process that tracks and appraises the implementation of audit recommendations. Manage the development and implementation of a measurement system that provides audit benchmarking capabilities, prioritizes process improvement efforts. Manage and monitor the execution of financial, operational, and information technology audits of co and its subsidiaries in accordance with the established Annual Audit Plan. Assist in the design of Internal Audit Department policies, procedures, and protocols and ensure adherence to departmental and professional quality standards. Utilize experience and knowledge to identify significant business and control issues to recommend solutions that result in positive change. Performs special projects at the request of Senior Management. Manage a staff of two auditors directly and other auditors indirectly. Manages and monitors the execution of financial, operational, and information technology audits of co and its subsidiaries in accordance with the established Annual Audit Plan. Assist in the design of Internal Audit Department policies, procedures, and protocols and ensure adherence to departmental and professional quality standards. Utilize experience and knowledge to identify significant business and control issues to recommend solutions that result in positive change. Performs special projects at the request of Senior Management. Manage a staff of two auditors directly and other auditors indirectly. Provide support and leverage for firm-wide senior management and business unit leaders, functioning as audit and controls leader for all matters relating to operations and risk management. Review and assess current firm-wide policies and procedures concerning technical and ethical quality controls fundamental to the performance of professional engagements. Identify and implement appropriate processes to continually measure and maintain compliance with established quality controls Ensure that all policies and procedures are followed to the highest professional standards Duties and Responsibilities Support Business Unit Leaders in defining risks for their business areas and using this to define and manage an internal control and audit plan. Guide, review, and approve that audits are carried out in accordance with methodology, policies, professional standards, budgets, and timelines· Provide expertise in internal controls and audit methodology, be an advocate and proponent of firm practices, work collaboratively with peers to drive improvement constructively Develop and implement policies and procedures designed to ensure consistent presentation and delivery of Geller's work product, in compliance with its guidelines as well as those of its clients. Identify, assess and institute steps, where necessary, to minimize risks associated with the quality of its work product Provide management and leadership to a team of professionals assigned the tasks of performing a combination of both pre-and post-delivery technical reviews of Geller client deliverables and supporting working papers/documentation Design, implement and supervise the conduct of at least bi-annual, internally staffed "peer reviews" within each business unit. Such reviews will include, at a minimum, high-level testing designed to ensure compliance with established quality control policies and procedures. Other matters to be considered could include a) overall practice management, b) staff retention and development, c) effectiveness of strategic business development initiatives and d) achievement of benchmarked operating efficiencies Prepare written reports summarizing the results of audits Review audit results with business management and develops corrective measures to mitigate future risks Perform other related duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance required. Minimum 15+ years of varied financial accounting experience. This experience should include three or more years of financial reporting/analysis experience. Prior experience as a Controller in both a public and private enterprise a plus as well as experience with government contract accounting and billing. Must have experience with complex ERP systems, Oracle preferred. 15+ years of proven managerial or supervisory experience...... click apply for full job details