Job Description:Nextracker, Inc. is looking for a motivated and adaptable Manager, Internal Controls to join our team in Nashville, TN. In this role, you’ll play a key part in driving our strategy, ensuring process excellence, and supporting the growth and innovation of our Internal Controls function. In this crucial role, you will contribute significantly to our team's strategy, growth, process excellence, and innovation. We are looking for a highly effective individual with a proven track record in comprehending business processes, identifying risks, and addressing control gaps. It is essential that you possess strong discernment and emotional intelligence, as well as the ability to translate business knowledge into practical solutions. Your responsibilities will include proposing and implementing effective control solutions within systems, processes, or reporting to establish an efficient control environment.The ideal candidate will be a change driver capable of independent thinking and possess excellent communication skills to effectively support their viewpoints and recommendations. You will be responsible for conducting SOX risk assessments, participating in readiness and process/control improvement initiatives, and influencing cross-functional teams to take action. A comprehensive understanding of auditing requirements, such as Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) standards, US GAAP, and emerging trends, is crucial for establishing an outstanding SOX program.Your role will involve the following:<ul><li>Collaborating cross-functionally to support the evolving SOX landscape and drive process improvement, serving as a strategic advisor to the company.</li><li>Providing end-to-end business knowledge and expertise to assist in SOX readiness activities and the maturation of the SOX program.</li><li>Taking ownership of assigned process areas, gaining a comprehensive grasp of business process activities, controls, relevant company policies, and external accounting and reporting guidelines, and acting as a subject matter authority for each area.</li><li>Working with existing functional teams within the organization to review current processes, identify risk areas and areas for improvement, and design controls to mitigate risk and exposure, thereby minimizing operational surprises.</li><li>Assessing and documenting new projects, processes, and systems that impact SOX, in collaboration with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Leading process walkthroughs, tests of design (TOD), and tests of effectiveness (TOE) to evaluate compliance with internal controls and implementation.</li><li>Partnering with the business to ensure up-to-date, accurate, and properly handled SOX documentation, including flowcharts and controls.</li><li>Participating in annual and interactive SOX planning and scoping activities to understand significant changes in the SOX environment.</li><li>Evaluating audit findings, identifying control gaps and deficiencies, and collaborating with SOX leadership to prepare impact assessments and remediation plans. Reporting and coordinating the remediation plan with relevant stakeholders.</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>5+ years of related audit and accounting experience, preferably in both public accounting and private industry.</li><li>Strong teamwork skills and the ability to build relationships across the organization.</li><li>A BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, or equivalent experience.</li><li>A solid background in public company SOX compliance requirements, accounting, and finance processes, including a strong understanding of control design and operational efficiency concepts.</li><li>A solid understanding and experience with key business processes, including Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) requirements and US GAAP.</li><li>Familiarity with financial systems and their relation to reviewing and improving internal controls.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Preferred consulting/Big 4 experience.</li><li>Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or equivalent.</li><li>Previous experience supporting a company's SOX program and crafting and implementing a system of internal controls, including experience in a large-scale management-led SOX organization.</li><li>A customer service approach to help business process owners navigate the SOX program, particularly with non-accounting business partners.</li><li>The ability to quickly establish strong working relationships with internal departments, including those in international locations, IT personnel, internal and external auditors.</li><li>Excellent communication and influencing skills, enabling effective interaction and collaboration with cross-functional and remote teams.</li><li>Willingness to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement through change.</li><li>Self-motivation, change management skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. Thriving in a high-growth and challenging environment, you should possess strong multitasking, analytical, and decision-making abilities.</li><li>Critical thinking and self-starting qualities, along with strong leadership and project management capabilities to lead projects through a fast-paced life cycle.</li></ul>Nextracker offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextracker’s benefits please view our company website at www.nextracker.com.Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is 120,000-160,000.NEXRSRAt Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.Nextracker is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.<h1>Culture is our Passion</h1>

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Internal Controls Manager

Job Description:Nextracker, Inc. is looking for a motivated and adaptable Manager, Internal Controls to join our team in Nashville, TN. In this role, you’ll play a key part in driving our strategy, ensuring process excellence, and supporting the growth and innovation of our Internal Controls function. In this crucial role, you will contribute significantly to our team's strategy, growth, process excellence, and innovation. We are looking for a highly effective individual with a proven track record in comprehending business processes, identifying risks, and addressing control gaps. It is essential that you possess strong discernment and emotional intelligence, as well as the ability to translate business knowledge into practical solutions. Your responsibilities will include proposing and implementing effective control solutions within systems, processes, or reporting to establish an efficient control environment.The ideal candidate will be a change driver capable of independent thinking and possess excellent communication skills to effectively support their viewpoints and recommendations. You will be responsible for conducting SOX risk assessments, participating in readiness and process/control improvement initiatives, and influencing cross-functional teams to take action. A comprehensive understanding of auditing requirements, such as Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) standards, US GAAP, and emerging trends, is crucial for establishing an outstanding SOX program.Your role will involve the following:<ul><li>Collaborating cross-functionally to support the evolving SOX landscape and drive process improvement, serving as a strategic advisor to the company.</li><li>Providing end-to-end business knowledge and expertise to assist in SOX readiness activities and the maturation of the SOX program.</li><li>Taking ownership of assigned process areas, gaining a comprehensive grasp of business process activities, controls, relevant company policies, and external accounting and reporting guidelines, and acting as a subject matter authority for each area.</li><li>Working with existing functional teams within the organization to review current processes, identify risk areas and areas for improvement, and design controls to mitigate risk and exposure, thereby minimizing operational surprises.</li><li>Assessing and documenting new projects, processes, and systems that impact SOX, in collaboration with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Leading process walkthroughs, tests of design (TOD), and tests of effectiveness (TOE) to evaluate compliance with internal controls and implementation.</li><li>Partnering with the business to ensure up-to-date, accurate, and properly handled SOX documentation, including flowcharts and controls.</li><li>Participating in annual and interactive SOX planning and scoping activities to understand significant changes in the SOX environment.</li><li>Evaluating audit findings, identifying control gaps and deficiencies, and collaborating with SOX leadership to prepare impact assessments and remediation plans. Reporting and coordinating the remediation plan with relevant stakeholders.</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>5+ years of related audit and accounting experience, preferably in both public accounting and private industry.</li><li>Strong teamwork skills and the ability to build relationships across the organization.</li><li>A BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, or equivalent experience.</li><li>A solid background in public company SOX compliance requirements, accounting, and finance processes, including a strong understanding of control design and operational efficiency concepts.</li><li>A solid understanding and experience with key business processes, including Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) requirements and US GAAP.</li><li>Familiarity with financial systems and their relation to reviewing and improving internal controls.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Preferred consulting/Big 4 experience.</li><li>Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or equivalent.</li><li>Previous experience supporting a company's SOX program and crafting and implementing a system of internal controls, including experience in a large-scale management-led SOX organization.</li><li>A customer service approach to help business process owners navigate the SOX program, particularly with non-accounting business partners.</li><li>The ability to quickly establish strong working relationships with internal departments, including those in international locations, IT personnel, internal and external auditors.</li><li>Excellent communication and influencing skills, enabling effective interaction and collaboration with cross-functional and remote teams.</li><li>Willingness to challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement through change.</li><li>Self-motivation, change management skills, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. Thriving in a high-growth and challenging environment, you should possess strong multitasking, analytical, and decision-making abilities.</li><li>Critical thinking and self-starting qualities, along with strong leadership and project management capabilities to lead projects through a fast-paced life cycle.</li></ul>Nextracker offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextracker’s benefits please view our company website at www.nextracker.com.Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is 120,000-160,000.NEXRSRAt Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.Nextracker is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.<h1>Culture is our Passion</h1>

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