<h2>Overview</h2><p><strong>About ERMCO</strong><strong>​</strong><strong>​</strong></p><p>ERMCO (Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc.) is a leading U.S. manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions serving electric utilities, OEMs, and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tennessee, ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities every day.</p><p> </p><p>With a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and the energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO a trusted partner in delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.</p><h2>Position Summary:</h2><p>ERMCO is seeking a strategic and hands-on <strong>Manager of Internal Controls and Enterprise Risk Management</strong> to partner with the Director of Internal Controls and Enterprise Risk Management in leading the development and implementation of robust internal controls and risk management frameworks. This newly created role will be instrumental in assessing current processes, identifying gaps, and designing best-in-class internal controls and enterprise risk management frameworks and operational programs in collaboration with senior leadership. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in internal audit, enterprise risk management (ERM), and internal controls, and will play a key role in supporting the organization’s achievement of its strategic objectives and ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation.</p><p> </p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><h2>Key Responsibilities:</h2><h3>Internal Controls Program Development</h3><ul> <li>Lead the design and implementation of ERMCO’s internal controls framework, beginning with internal controls over financial reporting.</li> <li>Assess existing processes and controls to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement.</li> <li>Collaborate with leadership to define, document, and implement control objectives, policies, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><h3>Risk Management &amp; Assessment</h3><ul> <li>Further develop and maintain ERMCO’s enterprise risk management framework, including risk identification, assessment, prioritization, and mitigation strategies.</li> <li>Conduct periodic risk assessments across the Company to identify emerging risks and vulnerabilities.</li> <li>Facilitate risk workshops and interviews with key stakeholders to gather insights and build a comprehensive risk profile.</li> <li>Establish key risk indicators (KRIs) and monitor trends to proactively address potential issues.</li></ul><h3>Audit &amp; Compliance</h3><ul> <li>Plan and execute audits of internal controls and other risk mitigation activities, including documentation, testing, and reporting.</li> <li>Support accounting-related audit activities and ensure alignment with financial reporting standards.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with audit standards, COSO, and relevant regulatory frameworks.</li></ul><h3>Reporting &amp; Communication</h3><ul> <li>Present results of internal control and risk management activities to stakeholders, including the Enterprise Risk Committee and senior leadership.</li> <li>Prepare risk and control reports for the Enterprise Risk Committee, senior leadership and the Board, highlighting key findings, trends, and recommendations.</li> <li>Maintain a centralized risk register and ensure timely updates and documentation.</li> <li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure transparency and alignment on risk mitigation efforts.</li></ul><h3>Implementation &amp; Change Management</h3><ul> <li>Provide implementation support for new policies, controls, systems, and processes.</li> <li>Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure successful adoption and integration of internal controls and risk management practices.</li> <li>Develop training materials and lead sessions to promote internal control and risk awareness.</li></ul><h3>Monitoring &amp; Continuous Improvement</h3><ul> <li>Conduct periodic testing and evaluation of internal controls and risk mitigation strategies to ensure ongoing effectiveness.</li> <li>Track audit findings and remediation efforts; report progress to leadership.</li> <li>Foster a culture of compliance, integrity, and continuous improvement across the organization.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2><h2>Qualifications:</h2><ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field</li> <li>CPA or CIA required. CRMA, CFE, CISA is a plus</li> <li>7+ years of experience in internal controls or internal audit and enterprise risk management.</li> <li>At least 5 years of experience leading teams.</li> <li>Big 4 financial audit or risk assurance/consulting professional services experience preferred.</li> <li>Previous SOX or ICFR implementation experience.</li> <li>Experience in enterprise risk management with strong knowledge of risk assessment, risk mitigation, and reporting.</li> <li>Experience applying advanced knowledge level of accounting practices (GAAP/IFRS), internal controls, and systems for relevant business processes. Experience in assessing, designing, documenting, testing, and providing oversight over finance and business internal controls, including automated controls within business processes.</li> <li>Experience working in a public company environment with a strong understanding of governance and internal control requirements, regulatory compliance including GAAP/IFRS, and reporting requirements.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of risk assessment and internal control frameworks such as COSO.</li> <li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.</li> <li>High ethical standards and strong attention to detail.</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems (e.g., INFOR, SAP, Oracle) is a plus.</li></ul><h2>Preferred Attributes:</h2><ul> <li>Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.</li> <li>Experience leading complex, cross-functional transformation projects, such as end-to-end business process redesign or system implementation.</li> <li>Demonstrated success in internal audit and internal controls roles, with a focus on risk identification and mitigation.</li> <li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.</li> <li>Strong project management skills and ability to drive initiatives from concept to execution.</li> <li>Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to change.</li> <li>Experience with risk management software or GRC platforms.</li> <li>Data analytics and visualization experience.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></p><ul> <li>Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)</li> <li>Annual bonus</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including:</li> <li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>401(k) with company match</li> <li>Pension plan</li> <li>Paid time off and more</li></ul><p> </p><p>Join <strong>ERMCO and TRANSFORM your career.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Disclaimer: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as required.</p> 

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Manager, Internal Controls and Risk Management

<h2>Overview</h2><p><strong>About ERMCO</strong><strong>​</strong><strong>​</strong></p><p>ERMCO (Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc.) is a leading U.S. manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions serving electric utilities, OEMs, and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tennessee, ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities every day.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and the energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO a trusted partner in delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.</p><h2>Position Summary:</h2><p>ERMCO is seeking a strategic and hands-on <strong>Manager of Internal Controls and Enterprise Risk Management</strong> to partner with the Director of Internal Controls and Enterprise Risk Management in leading the development and implementation of robust internal controls and risk management frameworks. This newly created role will be instrumental in assessing current processes, identifying gaps, and designing best-in-class internal controls and enterprise risk management frameworks and operational programs in collaboration with senior leadership. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in internal audit, enterprise risk management (ERM), and internal controls, and will play a key role in supporting the organization’s achievement of its strategic objectives and ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><h2>Key Responsibilities:</h2><h3>Internal Controls Program Development</h3><ul> <li>Lead the design and implementation of ERMCO’s internal controls framework, beginning with internal controls over financial reporting.</li> <li>Assess existing processes and controls to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement.</li> <li>Collaborate with leadership to define, document, and implement control objectives, policies, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><h3>Risk Management &amp; Assessment</h3><ul> <li>Further develop and maintain ERMCO’s enterprise risk management framework, including risk identification, assessment, prioritization, and mitigation strategies.</li> <li>Conduct periodic risk assessments across the Company to identify emerging risks and vulnerabilities.</li> <li>Facilitate risk workshops and interviews with key stakeholders to gather insights and build a comprehensive risk profile.</li> <li>Establish key risk indicators (KRIs) and monitor trends to proactively address potential issues.</li></ul><h3>Audit &amp; Compliance</h3><ul> <li>Plan and execute audits of internal controls and other risk mitigation activities, including documentation, testing, and reporting.</li> <li>Support accounting-related audit activities and ensure alignment with financial reporting standards.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with audit standards, COSO, and relevant regulatory frameworks.</li></ul><h3>Reporting &amp; Communication</h3><ul> <li>Present results of internal control and risk management activities to stakeholders, including the Enterprise Risk Committee and senior leadership.</li> <li>Prepare risk and control reports for the Enterprise Risk Committee, senior leadership and the Board, highlighting key findings, trends, and recommendations.</li> <li>Maintain a centralized risk register and ensure timely updates and documentation.</li> <li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure transparency and alignment on risk mitigation efforts.</li></ul><h3>Implementation &amp; Change Management</h3><ul> <li>Provide implementation support for new policies, controls, systems, and processes.</li> <li>Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure successful adoption and integration of internal controls and risk management practices.</li> <li>Develop training materials and lead sessions to promote internal control and risk awareness.</li></ul><h3>Monitoring &amp; Continuous Improvement</h3><ul> <li>Conduct periodic testing and evaluation of internal controls and risk mitigation strategies to ensure ongoing effectiveness.</li> <li>Track audit findings and remediation efforts; report progress to leadership.</li> <li>Foster a culture of compliance, integrity, and continuous improvement across the organization.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2><h2>Qualifications:</h2><ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field</li> <li>CPA or CIA required. CRMA, CFE, CISA is a plus</li> <li>7+ years of experience in internal controls or internal audit and enterprise risk management.</li> <li>At least 5 years of experience leading teams.</li> <li>Big 4 financial audit or risk assurance/consulting professional services experience preferred.</li> <li>Previous SOX or ICFR implementation experience.</li> <li>Experience in enterprise risk management with strong knowledge of risk assessment, risk mitigation, and reporting.</li> <li>Experience applying advanced knowledge level of accounting practices (GAAP/IFRS), internal controls, and systems for relevant business processes. Experience in assessing, designing, documenting, testing, and providing oversight over finance and business internal controls, including automated controls within business processes.</li> <li>Experience working in a public company environment with a strong understanding of governance and internal control requirements, regulatory compliance including GAAP/IFRS, and reporting requirements.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of risk assessment and internal control frameworks such as COSO.</li> <li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.</li> <li>High ethical standards and strong attention to detail.</li> <li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems (e.g., INFOR, SAP, Oracle) is a plus.</li></ul><h2>Preferred Attributes:</h2><ul> <li>Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.</li> <li>Experience leading complex, cross-functional transformation projects, such as end-to-end business process redesign or system implementation.</li> <li>Demonstrated success in internal audit and internal controls roles, with a focus on risk identification and mitigation.</li> <li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.</li> <li>Strong project management skills and ability to drive initiatives from concept to execution.</li> <li>Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to change.</li> <li>Experience with risk management software or GRC platforms.</li> <li>Data analytics and visualization experience.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></p><ul> <li>Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)</li> <li>Annual bonus</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including:</li> <li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>401(k) with company match</li> <li>Pension plan</li> <li>Paid time off and more</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Join&nbsp;<strong>ERMCO and TRANSFORM your career.</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Disclaimer: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as required.</p>&nbsp;

Manager, Internal Controls and Risk Management

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