Internal Control Associate

The opportunity:

The role is responsible for the end-to-end evaluation of risks and internal controls, including control testing, assessment of control gaps, and preparation of remediation recommendations for gaps identified during control assessments.

How you'll make an impact:

• Perform internal control testing for assigned countries or groups of countries within a large global organization.
• Conduct walkthroughs of business processes and support the preparation of process documentation and flowcharts.
• Independently perform design assessments and operating effectiveness testing of internal controls across business processes to ensure compliance with PCAOB requirements.
• Assess whether control designs effectively mitigate financial risks by reviewing control descriptions, attributes, and test plans.
• Support the update or drafting of Risk and Control Matrices in line with the established global compliance framework.
• Document SOX testing procedures, evidence, and results in accordance with internal control methodology and predefined testing standards.
• Ensure testing documentation meets SOX compliance quality standards for business processes.
• Evaluate control deficiencies and provide practical remediation recommendations, while coordinating with business process owners, control owners, and external auditors as required.
• Adhere to global internal controls compliance methodology and incorporate related instructions or updates as issued from time to time.
• Manage testing timelines effectively and maintain proactive communication with business stakeholders, control owners, and the Global Compliance team.
• Work effectively under strict timelines, including high-pressure delivery situations and global time-zone requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines, while demonstrating Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

• MBA in Finance or Accounting, Chartered Accountant qualification, or Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of professional experience in risk assessment and internal controls, with knowledge of SOX, internal audit, and business process controls. Exposure to IT audit or ITGC is an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA, SAP, Oracle, JDE, or similar platforms, including native application controls.
• Ability to design process flowcharts and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Demonstrates effective use of AI and digital tools to enhance problem-solving, decision-making, and productivity, while applying sound judgment, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and maintaining accountability for outcomes.