Internal Control Associate

As a Controls Testing Specialist at Hitachi Energy, you will play a crucial role in the planning and execution of internal controls testing for Business Units (BUs) and countries within a large global company. Your responsibilities will include: - Planning internal controls testing for BUs and countries, as well as conducting IT General Controls (ITGC) assessments across multiple systems and environments. - Assisting team members in conducting walkthroughs of business processes, documenting processes, and creating flow charts. - Reviewing the design and operating effectiveness of key ITGCs, including access management, change management, and IT operations. - Conducting operating effectiveness assessments of internal controls covering business processes to ensure compliance with PCAOB requirements. - Reviewing Sox testing and testing results in accordance with internal controls methodology and pre-defined testing procedures. - Collaborating with BU ICM and IT compliance team to address identified deficiencies in control design and operating effectiveness. - Coordinating audit efforts with BU ICMs, business process owners, control owners, and external audit team. - Assisting in J-SoX reporting and scoping, as well as collaborating with external auditors for a seamless audit process. - Communicating effectively with the Global Compliance team and working under strict timelines and pressure situations. - Ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. Qualifications required for this role include: - Ideally an MBA in Finance/Accounting or CA/bachelor's degree in business or accounting, with certifications such as CISSP or CIA. - Minimum of 7 years of experience in Sox, internal audit, internal controls, IT audit, and ITGC. - Knowledge of ERPs like S4 Hana, SAP, Oracle, JDE, etc., and their native application controls preferred. - Knowledge of flowchart design and process improvements. - Ability to exercise professional skepticism and judgment in evaluating risks and controls mapping. - Proficiency in both spoken and written English language. Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies. With a commitment to safety and integrity, Hitachi Energy welcomes individuals who are ready to contribute to a sustainable energy future.,