Internal Auditor, SOX Compliance (Hybrid Schedule)
01/05/2026Locations East Berlin, Connecticut
Job Description
Internal Auditor, SOX Compliance (Hybrid Schedule)
01/05/2026Locations: East Berlin, Connecticut
Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).
Role and Scope of Position:Internal Audit is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional to join our SOX compliance team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the integrity of our financial reporting and internal control environment. You’ll contribute to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts, fraud risk assessments, and internal audit engagements that enhance operational efficiency and safeguard company assets.
This position offers broad exposure to business processes across the organization and provides opportunities to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to strengthen our control framework.
HYBRID WORK POLICY
Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature ofworkand team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject tochange, basedon managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able towork up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.
Key Responsibilities:
Execute SOX compliance activities, including walkthroughs, control testing, documentation, and evaluation of control effectiveness.
Analyze control deficiencies, assess risk impact, and support remediation efforts including re-testing timelines.
Monitor changes in accounting standards, internal policies, system implementations, and organizational structure to assess impact on the control environment; recommend updates or additions to controls as needed.
Lead and support internal audit engagements from planning through reporting, ensuring timely and insightful deliverables.
Perform fraud-related testing, analyze trends, and assist in developing preventive and detective controls.
Build and maintain strong relationships with control and process owners to promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with external auditors to align on SOX testing scope, findings, and remediation strategies.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
Knowledge:
Understanding of SOX §302 and §404 requirements and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
Strong written and oral communication skills to provide clear and concise information to all levels of Company management.
Preferred Knowledge:
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and other Office applications; experience with audit software or data analytics tools is a plus
Experience with Workiva, Maximo, and Power Plan, are highly desirable.
Skills:
Ability to tactically and objectively evaluate and implement audit programs and initiatives
Ability to work effectively with others
Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
Ability to think and act in a fast-paced environment with frequently shifting and/or conflicting priorities
Diplomatic interpersonal skills
Strong customer service orientation
Strong team membership skills
Good spoken and written communication skills
Ability and willingness to work confidentially, with integrity and to maintain high ethics
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or an equivalent degree is required
Experience:
A minimum (3) three years of related experience in accounting or auditing is required. Utility Industry experience a plus.
Licenses & Certifications:
Possession of or work towards a CPA and/or CIA designation is strongly preferred as is an MBA or advanced degree
Working Conditions:
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
Mental Aspects:
N/A
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#LI-RL1
Competencies:
Build trusting relationships
Manage and develop people
Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
Lead change
Communicate strategic vision
Create an engaged workforce
Focus on the customer
Take ownership & accountability
Compensation and Benefits:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:
$83,430.00-$92,700.00Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Emergency Response:
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
EEO Statement:
Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
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Eversource is always looking for employees who share the values that help make us one of the leading energy companies in the country. Our Corporate areas work collaboratively and strategically with all areas of the business to set policy and drive strategic direction. We create value for our business areas by delivering consistent, quality, cost-effective services, and leading change to build a more engaged workplace and a performance culture. You'll have a variety of opportunities to further your career. We have a great working environment, excellent compensation and benefit programs, and opportunities for growth and development.
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Our goal is to remain the best energy company in the nation, and to be the first with carbon-neutral operations by 2030.
We will achieve this by embracing perspectives our employees bring to the table. We are committed to:
- Fostering a workplace where all employees, customers, and stakeholders are respected and valued.
- Leveraging the unique talents, perspectives, and life experiences of every employee to drive our ongoing success.
- Attracting, developing, and retaining a workforce capable of meeting the evolving needs of our customers while delivering reliable energy and exceptional service.
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Meet Kara
“I joined Eversource 11 years ago as an intern in the Accounting division and then full time after graduating from Roger Williams University with a degree in Accounting. It was an easy decision to work here because I felt the culture was a perfect fit for me. Eversource puts its customers and employees first and I find there is a great work life balance here.
In my current role as Manager of Financial Planning & Budgets, I support multiple organizations to help them achieve their business objectives, strategic initiatives, and remain on track with their budget goals. While doing so, I learn a lot about different organizations and get to work with a diverse group of individuals. There is so much to learn about Eversource and the Utility industry and I continue to be challenged and learn something new every day.”
Job Description
Internal Auditor, SOX Compliance (Hybrid Schedule)
01/05/2026Locations: East Berlin, Connecticut
Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).
Role and Scope of Position:Internal Audit is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional to join our SOX compliance team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the integrity of our financial reporting and internal control environment. You’ll contribute to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts, fraud risk assessments, and internal audit engagements that enhance operational efficiency and safeguard company assets.
This position offers broad exposure to business processes across the organization and provides opportunities to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to strengthen our control framework.
HYBRID WORK POLICY
Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature ofworkand team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject tochange, basedon managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able towork up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.
Key Responsibilities:
Execute SOX compliance activities, including walkthroughs, control testing, documentation, and evaluation of control effectiveness.
Analyze control deficiencies, assess risk impact, and support remediation efforts including re-testing timelines.
Monitor changes in accounting standards, internal policies, system implementations, and organizational structure to assess impact on the control environment; recommend updates or additions to controls as needed.
Lead and support internal audit engagements from planning through reporting, ensuring timely and insightful deliverables.
Perform fraud-related testing, analyze trends, and assist in developing preventive and detective controls.
Build and maintain strong relationships with control and process owners to promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with external auditors to align on SOX testing scope, findings, and remediation strategies.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
Knowledge:
Understanding of SOX §302 and §404 requirements and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
Strong written and oral communication skills to provide clear and concise information to all levels of Company management.
Preferred Knowledge:
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and other Office applications; experience with audit software or data analytics tools is a plus
Experience with Workiva, Maximo, and Power Plan, are highly desirable.
Skills:
Ability to tactically and objectively evaluate and implement audit programs and initiatives
Ability to work effectively with others
Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
Ability to think and act in a fast-paced environment with frequently shifting and/or conflicting priorities
Diplomatic interpersonal skills
Strong customer service orientation
Strong team membership skills
Good spoken and written communication skills
Ability and willingness to work confidentially, with integrity and to maintain high ethics
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or an equivalent degree is required
Experience:
A minimum (3) three years of related experience in accounting or auditing is required. Utility Industry experience a plus.
Licenses & Certifications:
Possession of or work towards a CPA and/or CIA designation is strongly preferred as is an MBA or advanced degree
Working Conditions:
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
Mental Aspects:
N/A
#corpajd
#LI-RL1
Competencies:
Build trusting relationships
Manage and develop people
Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
Lead change
Communicate strategic vision
Create an engaged workforce
Focus on the customer
Take ownership & accountability
Compensation and Benefits:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:
$83,430.00-$92,700.00Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Emergency Response:
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
EEO Statement:
Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
