Sr. Internal Auditor

About Us:

Anaergia (TSX: ANRG) is a global leader in offering sustainable solutions for the production of clean energy and the conversion of waste streams to resources. Through a proven portfolio of proprietary technological solutions, Anaergia maximizes the generation of renewable energy, diversion of waste from landfills, and reduction of greenhouse gases for customers across the municipal, industrial, commercial, and agricultural sectors. Headquartered in Burlington, ON, and through its multiple subsidiaries across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia, Anaergia is trusted at more than 1,600 installations globally.

Summary of Position:

This is a high-growth position that will play a critical role in the internal audit and internal control area for a global company.

The role will report to the Internal Control Manager and will work closely with all departments in the NA region and other international regions. It is a North American role and a hybrid position based in the Carlsbad, California office.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal Audit of NA Region:

• Work with the VP Controller and Internal Control Manager to identify and resolve issues in all processes with relevant departments to improve internal efficiency and operation.
• Make business recommendations to each department to improve their processes.
• Work closely with the ERP team to complete the global implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and utilize all the functions within the system.
• Coordinate with the rest of the Finance team to improve finance & accounting processes as needed to ensure data accuracy and meet all deadlines.

International SOX 404 Internal Controls:

• Perform interim and year-end testing of business process internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) for global entities (Italy, Germany, UK, Singapore, South Africa, Netherlands)
  • Existing business processes (Financial Reporting, Revenue-to-Receivable, Purchase-to-Pay, HR/Payroll, Equity, Inventory, Fixed Assets, Treasury, Tax)
  • Track the PBC request list and follow up with regions for timely submissions
  • Document test results in Excel workbooks
  • Collect/prepare relevant supporting documentation for tests as required
• Report test results and identify exceptions to the Internal Controls Manager
• Documentation of business processes and controls through walkthroughs, narratives, and flowcharts

IT General Controls:

• Perform IT General Control (ITGC) testing for global entities (North America/Corporate, Italy, Germany, UK, Singapore), based on existing IT control matrix and COBIT framework, for key financial/accounting systems in operation
  • Coordinate with the Director of IT on in-scope systems inventory, global controls for system access, IT security, data backup, and change management
  • Track the PBC request list and follow up with control owners for timely submissions
  • Document test results in Excel workbooks
  • Collect/prepare relevant supporting documentation for tests as required
• Review SOC 1/SOC 2 reports from selected service providers and prepare related test work papers.
• Testing controls for key financial reporting spreadsheets/workbooks related to global consolidation and regulatory filing of financial statements
• Report test results and identify testing exceptions to the Internal Controls Manager

Job Requirements:

Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree and prior CPA firm experience in SOX Internal Controls are required.
• In-depth knowledge of COSO framework.
• Abundant experience in internal audits or internal controls for global entities and international teams.
• Knowledge about similar industries (construction or environmental businesses) adds value.
• Extensive project management experience and leadership to push through improvements in company-wide processes.
• Excellent communication skills and a nice personality to work with all departments/regions.
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

Remuneration and benefits

• Pay commensurate to experience
• Medical benefits (medical, vision, and dental) to employees and immediate family members.
• 401k contributions and match
• Hybrid work environment
• Opportunities for professional and personal growth

Location:

• Carlsbad, San Diego, California

For additional information on Anaergia, please visit www.anaergia.com. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Anaergia provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local law. In addition, Anaergia will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.