Internal Controls Analyst

Responsibilities

• Maintain a consistent control environment across the division
• Support the documentation, evaluation, and ongoing maintenance of internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with the COSO Internal Control – Integrated Framework to support compliance with GAAP/IFRS
• Assist in the execution of management’s controls testing, including walkthroughs, design assessments, and operating effectiveness testing for primary business unit
• Partner with accounting and finance teams to identify control gaps, recommend remediation actions, and support implementation efforts
• Aid in the preparation of documentation for internal and external audits, responding to inquiries, and tracking remediation status
• Afford support in the development and maintenance of process narratives, risk and control matrices, and control documentation, with a focus on harmonizing internal control practices across business units
• Monitor control deficiencies and help coordinate remediation efforts, including validation of corrective actions
• Assist with internal controls considerations for business changes, system implementations, or integrations
• Contribute to ongoing efforts to enhance control efficiency, standardization, and documentation quality
• Stay current on IFRS developments and assess the potential impact on internal control requirements
• Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in accounting, internal audit, internal controls, or compliance is required (public accounting experience a plus)
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Advanced knowledge of accounting concepts, practices and procedures; ability to consider costs, risks and benefits to determine appropriate actions to achieve business objectives; working knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting processes; understanding of internal control concepts and risk assessment; experience with documentation and testing of controls; strong analytical skills with attention to detail; professional interpersonal, judgement and discretion skills; effective communication skills; effective planning, organizational, time-management skills, and demonstrated ownership and accountability in a fast-paced, high-growth environment; proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel; experience with ERP system is preferred; SAP is a plus
• About Legrand: Global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures
• About Legrand North And Central America: Leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network
• About Legrand’s Data Center Power And Control Division: Industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures