Hybrid Director, Business And Financial Controls bei Array Tech, Inc.

Job Description:

Director, Business and Financial Controls

Job Summary:

The Director, Business and Financial Controls will play a critical role in driving the assessment and continuous improvement of financial and business processes to establish and maintain robust internal controls that align with operational efficiencies and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, operate independently, and proactively identify process improvement opportunities, supporting the business in their successful implementation. The individual will work closely with internal audit to evaluate internal controls, address any deficiencies, and partner with various departments to ensure business processes are optimized. This role will interact with all business functions and requires an individual capable of managing and influencing across multiple teams:

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Oversees the design, implementation, and monitoring of internal controls, to ensure alignment with organizational objectives, operational efficiencies, and regulatory requirements

• Identifies key risks, designs controls to address corresponding risks and leads efforts in control optimization, including control designs aligned with the operating environment

• Actively identifies and recommends process improvements and internal control enhancements to achieve improved efficiency and effectiveness in operations.

• Manages and maintain the Risk Control Matrix (RCM) over financial reporting for all key operating locations and ensure it reflects the current operating environment

• Supervises external resources supporting testing of controls to ensure design and operating effectiveness 

• Leads design and implementation of new SOX business cycles, developing process narratives and controls where applicable

• Conducts periodic assessments of business process changes and designs and implements new controls to the underlying changes  

• Serves as the key liaison between process owners and external auditors, ensuring clear communication and resolution of issues.

• Manages the 404-certification process

• Develops and maintains project plans, budgets, and schedules, ensuring timely and successful delivery of control-related projects

• Drives the continuous identification of process improvement opportunities and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement these initiatives effectively

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field

• 10-15 years relevant experience in business and financial controls, internal controls, or a related area

• In depth knowledge of COSO framework, US GAAP and SOX 404

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with organizations to balance operational and compliance objectives

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying process inefficiencies and control gaps Ability to maintain a cooperative and professional work relationship with internal and external partners

• Strong and proactive leadership skills, able to demonstrate motivating and inspiring others

• Excellent project management skills 

• Ability to operate independently, prioritize multiple initiatives, and manage time effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Experience in project management and leading cross functional projects

• Ability to work effectively across multiple organizations

• Experience in a fast-paced, growing company environment where agility and adaptability are essential Hands-on mentality and a results-oriented approach to problem-solving and process optimization

Preferred qualifications:

• CPA or other equivalent professional certification preferred

• Masters Degree a plus

• Proficient in SAP a plus

• Fluent in Spanish or Portuguese a plus

At Array Tech, Inc., we strive to lead with our culture, and believe that our people are a key enabler of our future state. Our total rewards philosophy supports Array’s ability to attract, develop, and retain our employees. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and wellness programs that align with the local markets where we do business. 

Array Tech, Inc. offers equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.