Senior Technical Accounting and Controls Analyst

Associated Bank

. Coordinate SOX testing activities across Finance, Internal Audit, and external auditors, providing documentation, support, and issue resolution .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeMilwaukee • Wisconsin • United StatesSenior💰 $74,550 - $127,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating SOX testing activities, evaluating financial processes, and maintaining internal control environments. Proficient in accounting research, policy development, and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.

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SOX Testing CoordinationCOSO Framework KnowledgeInternal Control AssessmentPublic Accounting ExperienceAccounting Under ASC 815

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Hard Skills

Accounting ResearchTechnical Accounting DocumentationRisk AssessmentControl Deficiency RemediationProcess ImprovementFinancial Reporting Control ActivitiesRisk And Control MatricesDocumentation MaintenanceValidation TestingIssue Resolution

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)COSO FrameworkInternal AuditPublic Company EngagementsIT AuditDerivatives And Hedging

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate SOX testing activities across Finance, Internal Audit, and external auditors, providing documentation, support, and issue resolution
Perform accounting research, support policy development, and prepare technical accounting documentation
Evaluate financial processes, systems, and reporting risks
Maintain process documentation, narratives, and flowcharts
Develop and maintain risk and control matrices
Support the ongoing effectiveness of the internal control environment
Assess control deficiencies, develop remediation plans, and assist with remediation testing and validation efforts
Partner with colleagues to design new processes and implement process improvements
Participate in testing and validation activities related to acquisitions, conversions, and evolving control environments
Support risk assessments and financial reporting control activities to promote compliance and operational effectiveness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
5-6 years of accounting, audit, or related experience
Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements
Knowledge of the COSO Framework
Understanding of internal control concepts
Public accounting experience supporting public company engagements
Combination of public accounting and/or internal audit experience
Experience with accounting under ASC 815 Derivatives and Hedging
IT audit or IT-related background
Must directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process
Successful completion of a thorough background check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hands-on training
Opportunities for continued career growth
Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans
Paid time off to volunteer in your community
Diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups
Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities
Well-being programs and incentives
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Military benefits
Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits