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As the Corporate Internal Controls Manager at Golden State Foods, you will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity, compliance, and efficiency of our financial and operational processes across all divisions. You will be responsible for reviewing processes and evaluating control mechanisms and policy adherence to safeguard our assets, minimize risks, and support our strategic objectives and helping the business translate the results of your work into prioritized decisions to improve processes and enhance the controls environment
Responsibilities- Process Improvement: Collaborate with process owners to optimize financial and operational processes.
- Training and Education: Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees about Internal Controls, policies, and compliance requirements, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
- Internal Control Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive assessments of Internal Controls, policies, and procedures across all divisions to identify risks and areas for improvement.
- Risk Mitigation: Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks and enhance control measures, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure effective risk management. Manage annual enterprise risk assessment exercise.
- Policy Adherence: Monitor and test fidelity to corporate policies, industry regulations, and best practices and recommend adjustments to align with changing business environments.
- Reporting: Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior management and the Board of Directors, summarizing control assessment findings, compliance status, and recommended actions.
Education/Certification
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree or professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, or CIA preferred).
Experience
- 5-7+ years of relevant experience in Internal Controls, risk management, or auditing within a manufacturing and/or distribution industry. Preferred: Experience working within a Big 4 or large regional accounting firm. This experience should include roles of increasing responsibility, demonstrating a solid understanding of internal control processes.
Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert)
- Strong knowledge of industry-specific regulations, accounting standards, and best practices relevant to the manufacturing and distribution sector. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills to assess and improve internal control mechanisms effectively. Proficiency in data analysis tools and experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as JDE or D365. High level of integrity and attention to detail are essential, given the critical nature of the role in ensuring compliance and risk management.
At GSF, we believe that investing in our associates strengthens our culture and fuels our growth. We care about your well-being,and will support you with the following:
- Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid leave (in compliance with state and local regulations), vacation, sick, holiday, jury duty, and bereavement.
- Comprehensive benefits package to support our associates and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Life, and AD&D), Retirement Plan.
- Associate Development via Education Reimbursement and/or Scholarships, virtual courses, or classroom development experiences.
- Flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role).
- Please note that the compensation details listed in postings reflect the base pay only.
- Additional compensation including bonuses and car allowances are subject to eligibility.
- The expected range for this position is $120,000-$150,000/ year, plus bonus and othe benefitsLocation, confirmed job-related skills, education, experience, and relevant training will be considered in setting the actual starting salary.
