Specialist, Audit & Controls

Date Posted: 2026-07-31 | Location: Remote, Florida, USA

About the role

The Audit & Controls Specialist supports the effectiveness of the organization’s governance, risk management, and internal control framework by executing audit and control activities across operational, financial, commercial, and support functions. The role evaluates business processes to identify risks, assess the adequacy of internal controls, and recommend practical solutions that strengthen compliance, operational efficiency, and asset protection. The Specialist also supports the implementation and continuous improvement of internal control processes, ensuring alignment with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform branch audits, accounting control assessments, and balance sheet reviews according to plan
• Manage timely closure of SOX issue tickets and follow up with process owners
• Perform Travel & Expense reviews to ensure compliance with Otis policies
• Perform risk-gap assessment and control testing
• Complete and report all SOX requirements deliverables on time
• Perform segregation of duties and system access reviews (UAR)
• Participate in preparation of quarterly management representation letter
• Participate in preparation of quarterly changes in internal controls report
• Review and update Approval Matrix for the regions as needed (JDE System)
• Coordinate branch audits plan with management
• Coordinate and provide training to business areas as needed
• Coordinate and conduct monthly/quarterly activities to maintain an adequate control environment
• Conduct periodic reviews of policies and follow up on timely updates
• Drive and monitor continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 4-5 years of general accounting and internal controls experience

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective to identify solutions
• Self-motivated; works independently with minimal guidance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and strong data analysis skills (Power BI, Query, etc.)
• JDE Accounting software experience a plus
• Project and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

About Otis

Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide—the industry's largest service portfolio. Our products are recognized in some of the world’s most famous landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa, and Petronas Twin Towers.

With 72,000 employees globally, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, functional specialists, and field technicians, we meet the diverse needs of customers and passengers in over 200 countries and territories. Otis is a diverse, global team with a legacy of innovation and a commitment to safety, ethics, and quality.

We offer opportunities, training, and resources to build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering, and Major Projects. Our Employee Scholar Program sponsors colleagues pursuing degrees or certifications. We focus on people—passengers, customers, and colleagues—guided by our Three Absolutes: prioritizing Safety, Ethics, and Quality in all we do.