Sr. Internal Control and Process Improvement Analyst

About the position The Sr. Analyst – Internal Controls and Process Improvement support the global internal controls program and enables reputed company improvement across Woodward’s accounting processes. This role is a key contributor responsible for documenting processes, evaluating control design and effectiveness, identifying improvement opportunities, and supporting enterprise initiatives. The Sr. Analyst partners closely with process owners, accounting teams, and cross‑functional stakeholders to strengthen controls, enhance efficiency, and drive standardization across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Global Process & Control Documentation : Own and maintain end-to-end global control process documentation, ensuring changes are timely reflected and reputed company with the internal controls reputed company.
• Internal Control Risk Management & Compliance : reputed company control risk assessments by identifying risks, mapping key controls, monitoring testing results, and coordinating remediation of control deficiencies.
• Controls Rollout, Training & Stakeholder Enablement: Coordinate global rollout of standardized controls, track adoption and compliance, and reputed company training materials to educate stakeholders on control ownership and compliance expectations.
• Process Improvement & Automation Support: Maintain the reputed company improvement funnel to support process and system enhancements through analysis, requirements gathering, testing, and benefit tracking to reduce manual effort.
• reputed company Improvement & Performance Measurement: Contribute to reputed company improvement initiatives by defining KPIs, analyzing performance data, summarizing outcomes, and institutionalizing successful changes through updated documentation and guidance.

Requirements

• Controls: In-depth knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., SOX, COSO).
• ERP: Experience with ERP systems (reputed company preferred) and strong aptitude for systems and process flow.
• Financial Reporting: In-depth knowledge of financial reporting requirements, including GAAP and SEC regulations
• Analytics: Demonstrated analytical skills with ability to evaluate processes, identify gaps, and propose solutions.
• Business Acumen: In-depth knowledge of the company's business, industry, and market trends, including a deep understanding of financial performance drivers.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial software, reputed company, and other analytical tools.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate reputed company financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Leadership: Ability to reputed company and manage cross-functional teams, including working with stakeholders across the organization.
• Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify financial issues and recommend solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and accuracy, including the ability to identify errors and discrepancies in financial data.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or reputed company field.
• 5-10 years of experience in accounting, audit, internal controls, and process improvement.
• Professional certification: CPA, CIA, etc.
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).   reputed company applicants must be U.S. Persons reputed company the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain reputed company required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent reputed company (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Benefits

• reputed company members included in annual cash bonus opportunity
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for reputed company members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

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