Auditor, Sox Compliance Jobs

Location
Brookfield Place - 181 Bay Street
Business - Renewable Power & Transition
Brookfield Renewable operates one of the world’s largest publicly traded, pure-play renewable power platforms. Our portfolio consists of hydroelectric, wind, solar and storage facilities in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, and totals approximately 23,000 megawatts of installed capacity and an approximately 75,000-megawatt and 8 million metric tons per annum of carbon dioxide (“MMTPA CO2”) development pipeline. Investors can access its portfolio either through Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (NYSE: BEP; TSX: BEP.UN), a Bermuda-based limited partnership, or Brookfield Renewable Corporation (NYSE, TSX: BEPC), a Canadian corporation. Further information is available at https://bep.brookfield.com. Important information may be disseminated exclusively via the website; investors should consult the site to access this information. Brookfield Renewable is the flagship listed renewable power company of Brookfield Asset Management.
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Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture. We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader: Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined. Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.

Reporting to the Manager, SOX Compliance, this position is responsible for supporting successful execution of the internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) testing plan to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. It includes assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, evaluating findings, and providing recommendations, performing data analytics, and reporting results. This role works closely with functional business teams across the organization.
The responsibilities of this position would include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate with and support our in-house team, various portfolio company teams and service providers
• Assist with monitoring and supporting the optimization of critical business processes and procedures
• Planning and executing controls testing for assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including coordinating work with the internal controls team, internal stakeholders, external auditors and other third parties
• Evaluate severity of deficiencies, identify root causes, and develop clear, concise, practical recommendations and ensure timely remediation
• Perform management testing for SOX engagements based in North America and prepare working papers in accordance with SOX and audit standards and internal audit procedures
• Provide advice and recommendations as necessary to strengthen and optimize internal controls
• Support and collaborate with stakeholders across various operating businesses to ensure the SOX program is being executed in accordance with the company’s plan
• Support new acquisitions through identifying gaps, implementing control frameworks and assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls
• Review and update internal controls documentation as needed (risk-control matrices, narratives, flowcharts, and testing plans)

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of SOX requirements and experience assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls; Big 4 experience is an asset
• Strong influencing skills: ability to present points of view effectively and gain support for their position
• Able to work and travel between Canada and US (~15-20% travel)
• Experience managing business process testing with a good understanding of ITGC’s and application controls
• Experience working with growing organizations with changing needs and multiple complex business transactions
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), Accounting and Auditing designations (CPA, CA, CIA or equivalent), with at least 2-5 years of experience in accounting, integrated auditing, internal controls and/or financial processes and reporting
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and problem-solving ability
• Knowledge of US GAAP, International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”), SOX regulatory requirements is an asset
• Demonstrated and proven project management or coordination skills
• Knowledge of data-based auditing techniques (including use of CAATs and sampling methods)
• Demonstrated and proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and maintain positive interpersonal relationships.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with respect to both managing workload and professional development

This position would be suitable for those candidates who meet the position requirements and who thrive in a performance-driven environment that emphasizes employee leadership and accountability for delivering results.
Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it. Accordingly, we do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment.
Brookfield is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Should you require a Human Rights Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.