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Liberty Latin America Analyst, Internal Audit & SOX in San Juan, Puerto Rico
What´s the role?
The Internal Audit and SOX team is responsible for planning, coordinating, executing, and reporting all internal audit and control testing related activities for Liberty Latin America (LLA), as requested, in accordance with the US Sarbanes Oxley (“SOX”) 2002 Act and in accordance with the LLA SOX and Internal Audit methodologies.
The primary purpose of the Internal Audit and SOX Analyst (“the Analyst”) position is to support the LLA Internal Audit and SOX processes for Liberty Latin America (LLA), as requested. This support will include the collection, analysis, documentation, consolidation, and reporting of internal audits and SOX compliance related data for management reporting purposes to comply with the Sarbanes-Oxley legislation, as well as performing the design and operating effectiveness testing in support of management’s overall assessment.
The role may require frequent communications with management and compliance related staff at other LLA Consolidated entities and this, combined with the testing requirements of the role, may require a certain amount of travel to other locations. The amount of travel will be based on need and may be subject to change.
How can you add value?
Delivering internal audit and SOX work on time (in English) and in accordance with the Liberty Latin America SOX and internal audit methodology
Working as a team or independently with support and guidance from the Internal Audit and SOX Leads and Seniors.
Performing self-reviews to ensure key deliverables (e.g., control documentation [flowcharts, risk, and control matrices (“RCMs”)], control testing, evaluation of testing results, other items as requested, etc.) adhere to internal quality standards of LLA
Performing substantive audit procedures (in English)
Documenting control processes in flowcharts and risk and control matrices (in English)
Identifying and documenting the process level and financial statement risks (in English)
Identifying and documenting controls (existing and new controls where needed) that mitigate the identified risks (in English)
Performing tests of design (“TOD”) and operating effectiveness (“TOE”) (in English)
Identifying and documenting control deficiencies and audit findings (in English)
Evaluating and assisting in concluding on the severity of the identified deficiencies (individually and in the aggregate) and audit findings (in English)
Communicating with management throughout the audit or SOX process to keep them informed of testing progress and agree deficiencies or findings and the related remediation or management action plans
Assisting in drafting internal audit reports (in English)
Assisting with the preparation of status updates for discussion at weekly meetings and taking part in status and closing meetings with management as requested.
Assisting in performing quarterly follow-up of previous recommendations, remediation plans, and prepare summary progress updates.
Building effective working relationships with team members and other departments (e.g. Compliance & Ethics, Financial Reporting, Treasury, etc.)
Assisting in providing control owners ongoing guidance and, if requested, training for proper evidencing of control performance, process improvements and other SOX 404 matters (in English and Spanish)
Communicating timely and clearly to LLA Internal Audit and SOX team members and assist in communicating to management on progress, issues, deficiencies, and other matters, as deemed appropriate.
Maintaining independence in appearance and in fact.
What do you need?
Preferred education/ qualifications:
University degree, preferably in accounting
Professional qualifications highly desirable (e.g. CPA, CIA, CISA, etc.)
Financial and operational audit experience (minimum 1 year)
Public Accounting experience preferred
Bilingual (Spanish & English)
Knowledge & Experience:
Knowledge of basic accounting, US GAAP, SOX 404, the COSO 2013 Framework, PCAOB internal control audit requirements
Knowledge of audit techniques and test approaches; experience auditing in the technology or telecoms sectors is considered a plus.
Experience flowcharting processes (VISIO) and preparing risk and control matrices (“RCMs”), including identifying and documenting existing controls and identifying control gaps (in English)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to understand and summarize complex information (in English and Spanish)
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and capable of managing and achieving multiple deadlines; project management experience highly advantageous
Strong analytical skills supported by critical thinking and the ability to identify the root cause of an issue.
Proactive, result oriented and able to plan and manage own workload including delivery to deadlines, budgets, and quality standards
Able to work in teams, supporting colleagues in completing tasks, as well as working independently
Attention to detail and ensures that information is correctly processed and that their work complies with relevant internal/external guidance, procedures, and regulatory requirements; checks work and corrects mistakes promptly.
Liberty Puerto Rico provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, social status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, military service obligation, disability status, genetic information, political affiliation, and being or being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. In addition to federal law requirements, Liberty aligns with applicable local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Assessment, background check and drug test will be required to be a successful candidate.
If you believe you have been discriminated against you may notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Federal Communications Commission, or other appropriate agency.
What do you need?
Preferred education/ qualifications:
University degree, preferably in accounting
Professional qualifications highly desirable (e.g. CPA, CIA, CISA, etc.)
Financial and operational audit experience (minimum 1 year)
Public Accounting experience preferred
Bilingual (Spanish & English)
Knowledge & Experience:
Knowledge of basic accounting, US GAAP, SOX 404, the COSO 2013 Framework, PCAOB internal control audit requirements
Knowledge of audit techniques and test approaches; experience auditing in the technology or telecoms sectors is considered a plus.
Experience flowcharting processes (VISIO) and preparing risk and control matrices (“RCMs”), including identifying and documenting existing controls and identifying control gaps (in English)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to understand and summarize complex information (in English and Spanish)
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and capable of managing and achieving multiple deadlines; project management experience highly advantageous
Strong analytical skills supported by critical thinking and the ability to identify the root cause of an issue.
Proactive, result oriented and able to plan and manage own workload including delivery to deadlines, budgets, and quality standards
Able to work in teams, supporting colleagues in completing tasks, as well as working independently
Attention to detail and ensures that information is correctly processed and that their work complies with relevant internal/external guidance, procedures, and regulatory requirements; checks work and corrects mistakes promptly.
Liberty Puerto Rico provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, social status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, military service obligation, disability status, genetic information, political affiliation, and being or being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. In addition to federal law requirements, Liberty aligns with applicable local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Assessment, background check and drug test will be required to be a successful candidate.
If you believe you have been discriminated against you may notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Federal Communications Commission, or other appropriate agency.
How can you add value?
Delivering internal audit and SOX work on time (in English) and in accordance with the Liberty Latin America SOX and internal audit methodology
Working as a team or independently with support and guidance from the Internal Audit and SOX Leads and Seniors.
Performing self-reviews to ensure key deliverables (e.g., control documentation [flowcharts, risk, and control matrices (“RCMs”)], control testing, evaluation of testing results, other items as requested, etc.) adhere to internal quality standards of LLA
Performing substantive audit procedures (in English)
Documenting control processes in flowcharts and risk and control matrices (in English)
Identifying and documenting the process level and financial statement risks (in English)
Identifying and documenting controls (existing and new controls where needed) that mitigate the identified risks (in English)
Performing tests of design (“TOD”) and operating effectiveness (“TOE”) (in English)
Identifying and documenting control deficiencies and audit findings (in English)
Evaluating and assisting in concluding on the severity of the identified deficiencies (individually and in the aggregate) and audit findings (in English)
Communicating with management throughout the audit or SOX process to keep them informed of testing progress and agree deficiencies or findings and the related remediation or management action plans
Assisting in drafting internal audit reports (in English)
Assisting with the preparation of status updates for discussion at weekly meetings and taking part in status and closing meetings with management as requested.
Assisting in performing quarterly follow-up of previous recommendations, remediation plans, and prepare summary progress updates.
Building effective working relationships with team members and other departments (e.g. Compliance & Ethics, Financial Reporting, Treasury, etc.)
Assisting in providing control owners ongoing guidance and, if requested, training for proper evidencing of control performance, process improvements and other SOX 404 matters (in English and Spanish)
Communicating timely and clearly to LLA Internal Audit and SOX team members and assist in communicating to management on progress, issues, deficiencies, and other matters, as deemed appropriate.
Maintaining independence in appearance and in fact.