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 and the 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 Senior Manager Internal Control and will work closely with all departments in the NA region and other international regions. It is a North American role, supporting international operating regions and based in the Carlsbad, California office.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal Audit of NA Region:

• Work with the VP Controller and Sr. Manager Internal Control 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 ensure internal controls are implemented and operating in all functions within the system (Microsoft Dynamics 365 knowledge is a plus).
• 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:

• Work with international regions as assigned to update the existing local Risk and Control matrix (RCM) for internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), conduct process walkthroughs, develop process narratives, flowcharts, leveraging the North America RCM, and documentation updated in FY25 by Baker Tilly.
  
• Perform interim and year-end testing of business process internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) for global entities (Italy, Germany, UK, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Australia, Vietnam, Japan, and other expansion locations)
  • 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 or other automated tools
  • Collect/prepare relevant supporting documentation for tests as required
• Report test results and identify exceptions to the Sr. Manager Internal Control
• Coordinate remediation of identified control deficiencies and gaps

IT General Controls:

• Perform IT General Control (ITGC) testing for global entities (North America/Corporate, Italy, Germany, UK, Singapore, So. Africa, and other expansion locations), based on the 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 or other automated tools
  • Collect/prepare relevant supporting documentation for tests as required
• Coordinate remediation of identified control deficiencies and gaps
• Review SOC 1/SOC 2 reports from in-scope service providers and related internal control analysis from business process owners.
• Testing controls for key financial reports and spreadsheets 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.
• A combination of business process controls and IT General Controls experience is a strong plus.
• 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 congenial 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 to employees
• 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.