At Skillsoft, we propel organizations and people to grow together through transformative learning experiences. We believe every team member has the potential to be AMAZING. Join us in our quest to transform learning and help individuals unleash their edge.
The Director of Internal Controls will be responsible for a number of critical projects across the organization, such as accounting process evaluations and optimizations, integration activities, identifying business risks, SOX and internal control assessments, and ad hoc financial analysis.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and implementation of ICFR/SOX approach (planning, scoping, control standardization and rationalization) to meet the Company’s SOX requirements
- Continue to stabilize and implement improvements in the control environment, leveraging the success of initial year one compliance
- Lead contact with auditors on any Sarbanes-Oxley related work
- Support, document and maintain the company Business Continuity Plans
- Support accounting and finance related technologies, including but not limited to ERP integrations including HCM and payroll systems
- Identify and implement best practices and process improvements
- Draft clear and concise findings/recommendations and assist in the implementation of those recommendations
- Build strong relationships with internal customers at all levels within the company
- Manage team of professionals in multiple geographical locations
Skills & Qualification Requirements:
- 12+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or business transformation, with public accounting experience
- BS in Accounting from a four-year college or university.
- Experience in SOX control execution/documentation
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of US GAAP and COSO
- In-depth knowledge of SEC Rules and Regulations
- Ability to perform independent research and prepare impact analyses of impact of various accounting related matters
- Detail-oriented with demonstrated oral and written communication skills
- Strong multi-tasking skills and ability to adapt to change
- Ability to take ownership of projects and drive them through to completion
- Ability to work with all levels of personnel, from staff to executive management
Preferred Qualifications:
- Training Requirements (licenses, programs, or certificates): CPA
- Certified Public Accountant
Target base salary range for this job requisition is anticipated to be approximately $175,000 - $200,000 annually.
We also offer Enterprise benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.
The company may modify salaries, salary ranges and/or Pay Plans from time to time as it deems necessary.
Skillsoft delivers online learning, training, and talent solutions to help organizations unleash their edge. Leveraging immersive, engaging content, Skillsoft enables organizations to unlock the potential in their best assets – their people – and build teams with the skills they need for success. Empowering 36 million learners and counting, Skillsoft democratizes learning through an intelligent learning experience and a customized, learner-centric approach to skills development with resources for Leadership Development, Business Skills, Technology & Development, Digital Transformation, and Compliance.
Skillsoft is partner to thousands of leading global organizations, including many Fortune 500 companies. The company features three award-winning systems that support learning, performance and success: Skillsoft learning content, the Percipio intelligent learning experience platform, which offers measurable impact across the entire employee lifecycle. Learn more at www.skillsoft.com.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about us.
If this opportunity intrigues you, we would love for you to apply!
NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: We value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. Skillsoft does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. All resumes submitted by employment agencies directly to any Skillsoft employee or hiring manager in any form without a signed Skillsoft Employment Agency Agreement on file and search engagement for that position will be deemed unsolicited in nature. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is subsequently hired as a result of the referral or through other means.
Skillsoft is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
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