Synectics
Job Description: This professional will join the Global Financial Control governance and oversight team within the Corporate Controller's Group.The team is responsible for the Corporation's global internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) framework that includes annual scoping and risk assessment, key process documentation and control identification, deficiency analysis, annual certifications and management reporting.Professional will be involved in all efforts related to the annual Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review (CCAR) program and will be responsible for the update and maintenance of key process documentation for several significant business processes.The position provides for hands-on exposure into the entire organization, frequent interactions with CCAR stakeholders at all management levels globally, as well as internal auditors.The successful individual will have strong process execution, attention to detail and critical thinking skills.In addition, the ability to interact and develop working relationships with the global business and finance teams will be critical.Responsible for assigned governance areas and execution of end-to-end related activitiesEvaluate risk and likely sources of potential misstatement for significant processesCreate/update narrative, flowchart and risk-control matrix documentation for significant processesParticipate in walkthrough meetings with process and control owners as well as internal and external auditorsPerform individual control deficiency analysis, monitoring and aggregation analysisMaintain relationships with control owners providing guidance and training regarding CCAR program and requirementsFacilitate control testing by management and assist with remediation of control issuesLead/Support the operation, documentation, and enhancement of technically sound CCAR program governance methodologies, policies and proceduresAssist in updating regular presentations and reporting to Audit Committee, Disclosure Committee, Controls Committee and Management Group; create ad hoc reports and presentations as required Qualifications :BA/BS in Accounting or FinanceCPA/CIA/CISA strongly preferredIn-depth understanding of an internal control framework such as one used for the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, Section 404/302, financial statement assertions and COSO integrated control framework a plus2+ years of relevant experience at a public accounting firm and/or corporate internal audit department of a financial services organizationStrong analytical, verbal and written communication skills are requiredSelf-starter and critical thinker with attention to details that desires a high-profile positionEnd-to-end project management skills, controls evaluation, and cross-functional collaborationProblem solving skills that demonstrate critical thinking and an "outside-the-box" and practical approach to reach a solutionWorks effectively in a team environmentAdvanced skills in Excel; experience with Word, Visio, Access and SharePoint a plusExperience with information produced by entity, service organization controls (SOC1), General Information Technology Controls (GITCs), system interface, and automated / IT dependent controls a plusSOX testing - 2 yrs + experienceStrong organizational skillsHours: 8am - 5pm CST Benefits: Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics. Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st. Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification. Synectics is an equal opportunity employer. Benefits: Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics. Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st. Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification. Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.