Systems Analyst II - Compliance Program Support

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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Join our SAP Compliance Team as a Systems Analyst to evaluate Thermo Fisher's SOX compliance program. Coordinate compliance activities with internal advisors and external auditors to ensure strong ICFR.

Responsibilities :

Provide consistent and timely maintenance of SOX documentation.

Assist in completing SOX audits and controls.

Collaborate with the Compliance Manager and SOX team members to collect day-to-day evidence attributes.

Aid in coordinating and developing supporting documentation for SOX, auditors, advisors, and process 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 communications 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, communicate the process and ensure all remediation steps are completed.

Offer insights on the outcomes of remediation testing and conduct vital follow-up actions.

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 or equivalent experience 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 :

Proficient in accounting (GAAP) and auditing (GAAS) principles. Familiar with Sarbanes-Oxley Act, 2013 COSO framework, SEC regulations.

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.