Systems Analyst II

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Systems Analyst II - Compliance Program Support

We are currently seeking a Systems Analyst to join our PSG ERP Compliance Team and support the evaluation of Thermo Fisher's Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) compliance program. In this role, you will coordinate compliance-related activities between the Company, our internal SOX advisors, and the external auditors. You will evaluate the Company's SOX program and collaborate with various functions across the organization to ensure a strong environment for internal control over financial reporting (ICFR). Additionally, you will assist in building control standards, participate in SOX testing/audit projects, and provide input to the development and delivery of control-related training to process owners.

Responsibilities:

• Provide consistent and timely maintenance of SOX documentation.
• Assist in completing SOX audits and controls.
• Collaborate with the Compliance Supervisor and SOX team members to collect day-to-day evidence attributes.
• Assist in handling, developing, and maintaining supporting documentation requests lists in coordination with the SOX team, internal/external auditors, third-party advisors, and internal process and control owners.
• Work with the team on identification and management of the summary of control deficiencies, ensuring it is complete, accurate, and updated in a timely manner.
• Compile and document control deficiency memos as needed.
• Analyze, research, and document deficiencies, including conducting root cause analysis, assessing the level of significance, and developing remediation plans. Implement the remediation plan communication process and ensure all remediation steps are completed.
• Give input to the performance of remediation testing and follow up as needed.
• Conduct process improvement audits and other audit activities.
• Support the goals and projects of the SOX Compliance team.

Experience:

• Displays proficiency working in an industry/organization subject to Sarbanes-Oxley regulations.
• 3+ years of IT experience working with SDLC functions, including project delivery (e.g., PMO, software testing, development, business analysis of IT applications), operations, and maintenance.
• Experience in the delivery of ERP and Finance and Controlling modules over systems like SAP or Oracle would be a bonus.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Life Sciences, Computer Science, IT, Information Systems Management, or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Good understanding of current accounting (GAAP) and auditing (GAAS) principles, as well as detailed knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the 2013 COSO framework for management's assessment of internal controls, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
• General knowledge of business processes, including quote-to-cash, procure-to-pay, and general ledger accounting.
• Understanding of governance, including IT governance and COBIT.
• Exposure to IT compliance, including IT General Controls and IT Application Controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Effective written and verbal communication capabilities, coupled with good presentation and public speaking proficiencies.
• Ability to maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving regulatory requirements and serve as an information resource for the team and the wider business.
• Enjoys working in a multi-disciplinary and geographically dispersed team.
• Able to work on multiple priorities, projects, results, and partnerships.
• Ability to work in an FDA-regulated (GXP), fast-paced, large company environment.

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this position, please submit your application with your updated resume. We look forward to reviewing your application.