TriNet is a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses (SMBs). We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers’ compensation insurance.TriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you’re passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients’ business success with extraordinary HR.
Job Summary
Senior SOX Analyst assists with the maintenance of the company's internal control over financial reporting framework. Reporting to the Manager, SOX, the ideal candidate for this position must be a self-starter who possesses an ability to take initiative and who exhibits passion for building a strong and enduring control environment.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
- Execute, at the direction of SOX Leadrship, periodic top-down, risk-based assessments to identify and quantify evolving business and IT risks
- Partner with control and process owners and SOX Leadership to assist with the design and implementation of new controls and enhance existing controls to strengthen the Company’s internal control over financial reporting, providing reasonable assurance for the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with GAAP
- Collaborate cross-functionally to understand business processes and leverage that understanding to maintain appropriate process documentation (narratives, flowcharts, etc.)
- Review and update the company’s risk and control matrix and internal control documentation
- Serve as a resource on internal control matters
- Act as a point of contact for internal and external auditors to support both control testing and the exchange of deliverables
- Work with IT/Technology owners to understand risks associated with both current and planned IT applications and, at the direction of SOX Leadership, provide IT General Control recommendations designed to mitigate those risks
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or other related field- required
Work Experience
- Typically 5+ years of progressive work experience in corporate accounting with prior experience testing and/or managing internal controls over financial reporting required
- Typically 2+ years of progressive work experience in public accounting audit and assurance services (including internal audit of a publicly traded company)- preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- CPA, CIA, CFE or equivalent- preferred
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Ability to acquire new skills and apply these in complex environments.
- Solid understanding of SOX 404 and 302, SOC 1, COSO, and various risk assessment practices.
- Ability to work independently with limited required direction and guidance.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively present to peers and senior management.
- Experience in performing multiple projects and working with varying team members.
- Technology Knowledge – Oracle preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
- Strong analysis, control design, and project management skills.
- Experience in process re-engineering a plus
- Exercise good judgment and can make clear decisions on project issues
Work Environment
- Work in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office work setting. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- This position is 100% in office.
Please Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business necessity.
TriNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact recruiting@trinet.com to request such an accommodation.
