Executive Director - Internal Controls

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Description

• Own the global financial internal controls framework at Fortrea. • Lead the design, implementation, and training to comply with SOX requirements. • Develop relationships with leadership to understand the business and risks. • Educate management on SOX requirements and enhance the control environment. • Collaborate with control and process owners to implement remediation plans for control deficiencies. • Conduct risk assessments to identify key controls and evaluate their effectiveness. • Liaise with internal and external auditors on SOX compliance efforts. • Perform assessments of the SOX impact of new transactions and changes in processes. • Maintain documentation relevant to the SOX program such as narratives and risk assessments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field. • Master's degree or professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or CIA is preferred. • Minimum of 14 years of relevant experience in Finance or Business • Minimum of 10 years of technical relevant experience in SOX compliance and implementing internal controls. • Experience in implementing and leading successful SOX internal controls design and operating effectiveness programs at large, complex multinational organization(s). • Experience overseeing compliance with all SOX controls including reporting, general ledger, revenue accounting, receivables, fixed assets, payables, payroll, tax, treasury, and equity. • Detailed knowledge of SOX, & US GAAP accounting. • Experience implementing a risk-based and pragmatic approach to developing/optimizing an efficient SOX program in a dynamic environment. • Strong leadership skills are required, including demonstrated experience influencing significant change cross-functionally in complex organization(s). • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. • Critical thinking and project management skills. • Preferred: CRO industry experience; external audit experience with a Big 4 or large regional accounting firm a plus. • Experience with US GAAP ASC 606 for Revenue Recognition is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical • Dental • Vision • Life • STD/LTD • 401(K) • ESPP • Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO) • Company bonus where applicable