Job Description
Job Description
WGL - Lead Specialist, Internal Controls
Key Responsibilities:
· Assist with planning, scoping, and risk assessment activities as needed.
· Gain a comprehensive understanding of the various business processes being evaluated.
· Independently lead projects to identify key controls that mitigate risk of material misstatement.
· Conduct risk assessments and assist in the development of control objectives and testing plans.
· Develop and maintain relevant documentation, including process flow diagrams.
· Support the creation of reports using Power BI, Power Apps, and Power Automate
· Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Program.
· Help design and implement initiatives that foster control ownership within the organization.
· Support the co-source in conducting assessments of design and operational effectiveness.
· Effectively document and communicate exceptions in accordance with internal guidance.
· Evaluate deficiencies as required and including drafting memos for aggregation.
· Work collaboratively with management to remediate deficiencies.
· Keep management apprised of testing status and escalate exceptions / key issues for review.
· Build and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders.
Qualifications:
· Currently holding or actively pursuing a CPA, CIA, CISA, or an equivalent certification.
· 7+ years’ experience in SOX / CSOX with a strong understanding of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
· Strong knowledge of governance, risk, and control frameworks is essential for this position.
· Understanding of IT general controls, automated and business controls.
· Ability to use Microsoft Visio, Access and Power Platforms.
· A desire to understand the systems and processes under review and Company operations, policies and procedures.
· Understanding of Midstream and/or Utilities industry policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
· Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work independently.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
· Quick learner with excellent interpersonal and time management skills and is a team player who is highly motivated and detail oriented.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
· Valid Driver’s License with the ability to travel up to 15% (domestic and international
We offer a competitive salary range of $116,000 to $159,500 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply
Why work at AltaGas?
AltaGas is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide clean and affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.
We deliver clean and affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers’ homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.
To learn more about our mission: https://youtu.be/k1mrKDdsYW8?si=y1k3NOyHxgf4emdL
For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.
U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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What We Do
We are a leading North American infrastructure company connecting customers and markets to affordable and reliable sources of energy.
Every day, we leverage the strength of our people and our assets to connect our customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers, to the doorsteps of homes and businesses, to markets around the world.
With a strong portfolio of assets in some of the fastest growing energy markets, including a prominent position in the Montney basin and Utilities in key U.S. jurisdictions, we are developing an integrated footprint capable of delivering sustained value to shareholders and customers for many years to come.
