Staff Internal Auditor

The Staff Internal Auditor plays a vital role in ensuring that Talen Energy complies with established internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Reporting to the Director, Internal Audit, the Staff Internal Auditor will assist with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) compliance, audits across various departments, the evaluation of financial and operational controls, and providing recommendations to enhance the internal control environment and improve business practices. This position requires a keen attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team to maintain the integrity and efficiency of the organization's operations.

What will you own?

• Assist with the execution of the SOX compliance program.

• Assist with internal audits across various departments, including financial, operational, and compliance audits, in accordance with audit programs and schedules.

• Identify and evaluate risk areas and provide feedback on control processes to minimize risks and improve efficiency.

• Prepare detailed workpapers documenting audit results and any identified weaknesses in controls, processes or procedures.

• Coordinate and escalate outstanding issues to audit team and management.

• Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies.

• Develop clear and actionable recommendations for improving compliance of key internal control processes.

• Monitor process changes and work with process and control owners to update process and control documentation.

• Work with other departments to ensure corrective actions are taken based on audit findings and follow up on remediation activities.

• Develop and maintain relationships with control owners, audit clients, other assurance and advisory providers, and external auditors.

• Keep abreast of industry developments, best practices, and changes in regulations or accounting standards that may impact audit processes.

• Continue to develop professional competencies and proficiency of internal audit standards.

What you have: 

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

• 2-3 years of experience in auditing, accounting, or finance. Experience in internal auditing is a plus.

• CPA, CIA, or CISA certification is a plus.

• Strong understanding of auditing standards, internal control principles, and risk management.

• Experience with SOX program initiation and/or in a SOX control environment is a plus.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Knowledge of Workiva SOX module is a plus.

• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks to ensure continued progress on engagements.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why Talen Energy?

Power the Future

Talen Energy is one of the largest competitive energy and power generation companies in North America. We operate power plants that use diverse fuel sources in the most attractive wholesale power markets and sell energy to wholesale and retail customers in selected competitive markets. Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace, and a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and integrity. We generate energy for a brighter tomorrow.

Collaboration

Our passion for excellence grows value through safe and efficient operations. We have an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace and were recently recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Midsize Employers.

Talen Energy offers an exceptional benefits program to its employees. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, vision, prescription plans, life insurance, and disability insurance. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in Talen Energy’s 401(k) plan. Talen Energy also provides competitive vacation and sick time to its employees.

Talen Energy is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, disability, perceived disability or any other protected characteristic as may be defined by applicable law.

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