Overview

With minimal guidance, performs the assessment of internal controls over financial reporting to ensure compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act ("SOX"). Assigned business/business partner areas are typically small to medium in size and may be complex. Incumbents demonstrate a breadth of knowledge of compliance and control and a thorough understanding of SOX. Supports senior team members in the execution of the SOX assessment program, in providing thorough and reliable identification of in-scope accounts and locations, planning, testing, documentation, and reporting of the effectiveness of financial reporting for delivery to the senior management and external committees.With minimal guidance, assesses business processes, identifies control deficiencies and recommendations, and prepares work papers and documentation to support the annual assessment.Supports more senior colleagues by tracking the status of deficiencies,, reviews remediation by process owners and delivers reporting findings to SOX leadership and management. With some supervision, helps to provide support for the integration of internal controls into finance processes and systems to other members of the organization.No direct reports. Contributes to the achievement of team goals.Modified based upon local regulations/requirements.Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 5-7 years of total work experience preferred. Experience in public accounting, SOX testing, financial services or shared services is preferred. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) certification is preferred.. BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. Our ambition is to build the best global team - one that is representative and inclusive of the diverse talent, clients and communities we work with and serve - and to empower our team to do their best work. We support wellbeing and a balanced life, and offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and employee forums.