Summary
The Internal Controls Senior Specialist is primarily responsible for ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures, including SOX 404 compliance as well as seeking continuous improvement in processes and procedures across the organization, including Allegiant's airline operations and Sunseeker Resort operations. The Senior Internal Controls Specialist supports the Internal Controls Team in the identification, design, implementation and ongoing maintenance and review of financial controls, IT General Controls, related flowcharts, and process design documentation. This position interfaces directly with accounting management, external auditors, and Internal Audit.
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Minimum Requirements
Combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check.
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Education Details: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited college or university.
Certification: Yes
Certification Details: Holds (or actively pursuing): CPA, CIA, or CISA.
Years of Experience: Minimum three (3) years of experience including public accounting, internal audit and/or SOX/Internal Controls.
Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, regulatory compliance, and reporting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
High level of integrity and strong sense of teamwork.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and demonstrate problem solving skills.
Ability to interact and interface with all levels of management.
Understanding of organizational interdependencies and cultural nuances; ability to leverage these to build relationships within the organization.
Must be able to work in a high-pressure environment.
Preferred Requirements
Prior experience within the airline industry and/or hospitality and resorts.
Masters Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
Job Duties
Assists the Internal Controls Team with SOX program optimization projects, including risk and control matrix rationalization exercises, SOX program documentation for a newly opened hotel and resort, IT General Control documentation enhancements, and SOX self-assessment initiatives.
Assists in the identification and implementation of key SOX processes and controls, including working with key business process owners and developing documentation, control templates, and process maps or flow charts.
Participates in the oversight and coordination of the SOX IT General Controls framework, in collaboration with the Company's IT Governance function.
Identifies, recommends, and facilitates implementation of necessary improvements to accounting policies/procedures and SOX and internal business and IT controls to support corporate priorities, business needs, and compliance programs, and new system implementations.
Performs root cause analyses and develops and executes remediation efforts of key control failures (identified through ongoing monitoring or by internal or external audit) with business process owners and IT Governance personnel.
Assists with the launch of and act as administrator and champion for soon-to-be implemented SOX GRC platform.
Champions internal control concepts within Accounting and throughout the business.
Researches, identifies, documents, and communicates improper procedures, accounting practices, and associated recommendations to improve policies or procedures accordingly.
Monitors accounting department KPIs including performing tests of controls throughout the year in order to be proactive and identify any issues or opportunities for improvement.
Works with other departments on an ad hoc basis upon request for assistance with internal control development and/or process improvement and represents the Internal Controls function on organizational project teams, at management meetings, and with external organizations.
Assists with efforts to train company personnel on Internal Controls concepts.
Model Allegiant's customer service standards in personal actions and when providing direction.
Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
The Physical Demands and Work Environment described here are a representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
Office - While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, key board, printer, and phone. May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 20 lbs. May be required to work various shifts/days in a 24-hour situation. Regular attendance is a requirement of the role. Exposure to moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, printers, and foot traffic), temperature and light fluctuations. Ability to work in a confined area as well as the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Some travel may be a requirement of the role.
Essential Services Provider
Allegiant as a national air carrier is deemed an essential service provider during declared national and state emergencies. Team Members will be required to report to their assigned trip or work location during national and state emergencies unless prohibited by local, state or federal order.
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran
For more information, see https://allegiantair.jobs
People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
$70,000 - $95,000 a year
Full Time Benefits:
Profit Sharing
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/ Disability Insurance
Medical Travel Reimbursement
Legal, Identity and Pet Insurance
401K with an employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Flight Benefits
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
Part Time Benefits:
Profit Sharing
Medical Travel Reimbursement
Legal, Identity and Pet Insurance
401K with an employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Flight Benefits
Sick time
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