Senior Internal Control Analyst

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company that drives opportunities for people and businesses worldwide. We help redefine lending practices, discover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics, and software. We also assist millions of people in achieving their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate in a variety of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many other industrial segments.

We invest in people and advanced new technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 index company, listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people in 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job Description

The Internal Control area is based on the evaluation of the company's control environment, supporting the areas in the identification and design of new controls and in the evaluation of their efficiency, in order to identify potential risks for the operation and coordinate their respective remediation plans with the business areas.

Purpose of the position

The position aims to maintain an acceptable risk level and an adequate control environment for the business in Spanish Latam in alignment with global security policies and standards, combined with good industry practices to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the information entrusted to us by our clients, suppliers, strategic allies, and third parties in general, through the identification, definition, and evaluation of risks and controls in the different processes of the region, as well as the coordination, monitoring, and control of remediation and continuous improvement plans that are identified during said evaluations.

Deliverables:

1. Internal control evaluation plans, process mappings, control matrices, and control test results.

2. Continuous improvement plans for the evaluated processes.

3. Detailed reports of the results of the evaluations carried out.

4. Compliance reports for the region on global policies under Internal Control management.

5. Reports on the update of Policies and Procedures in each region.

Responsibilities of the position:

1. Support business areas in mapping and implementing controls.

2. Review, together with the "Control Owners", the mapping and design of new controls.

3. Support business areas in building diagnostics, identifying needs and risks, by generating and updating the internal control matrix of the mapped processes.

4. Review and validate annually, together with the process owners, the controls mapped in the business areas.

5. Identify new controls to prioritize to mitigate identified risks and issues.

6. Carry out follow-ups for the implementation of emerging action plans, as a result of the evaluations carried out and/or the results of Audits.

7. Perform design and operational effectiveness tests on the controls implemented as a result of the evaluated processes.

8. Ensure the best application of Internal Control governance concepts in accordance with the methodology used in the Company.

9. Ensure that the Company's normative documents are updated and comply with Global and Regional Standards.

10. Contribute to the culturalization process of internal control management in the Company.

11. Support the implementation of Global projects related to Standards and Critical Controls.

What are we looking for?

Education: Professional in Public Accounting, Economics, or Industrial Engineering, with specialization in Audit or Internal Control.

Experience: Between 4 and 5 years of experience in auditing, control, and/or risk areas.

Required technical knowledge:

• Solid knowledge in design, implementation, and testing of internal controls.
• Process mapping.
• Knowledge of COSO II framework.
• Knowledge of internal standards and external regulations inherent to internal controls.
• Proficiency in process modeling tools.
• Knowledge in audit testing and methodology.

Languages: Intermediate English.

Competencies:

• High analytical capacity.
• Clear and effective communication.
• Negotiation and influence skills.
• Self-management capabilities based on objective fulfillment and results delivery.

Why is this role critical for us?

To safeguard our future, it is essential to take early action on aspects to improve that exist in our processes and that are identified in advance, reducing current risk levels and maintaining an adequate control environment in the Company's key processes.

Qualifications

• Professional in Public Accounting, Economics, or Industrial Engineering, with specialization in Audit or Internal Control.
• Between 4 and 5 years of experience in auditing, control, and/or risk areas.
• Intermediate English.

Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate what makes us different. Experian's culture and people are key differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what really matters: DEI, work-life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, well-being, reward and recognition, volunteering... and the list goes on. Experian's strong people-first approach has been recognized: Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 stars), to name a few. Take a look at Experian Life on social media or our careers site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Innovation is a fundamental part of Experian's DNA and practices, and the diversity of our workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole selves regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, color, sexuality, physical ability, or age. If you have any disability or special needs that require accommodations, please let us know as soon as possible.

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