Internal Controls Coordinator (SOX & Audit Liaison)

Internal Controls Coordinator (SOX & Audit Liaison) Knife River Corporation - 3.4 Sioux Falls, SD Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Business financial process improvement COSO Internal controls CPA Bachelor's degree in finance ERP systems Internal compliance auditing Process improvement Mid-level SOX 3 years Compliance management implementation Finance Analysis skills Bachelor's degree Access control implementation Accounting Audit control testing Accounting and finance experience Knife skills Bachelor's degree in accounting Training Financial audit support Cross-functional collaboration Accounting Communication skills Certified Internal Auditor Cross-functional communication Financial compliance

Full Job Description Job Category :

Accounting Requisition Number :

INTER003550

Posting Details Posted:

May 4, 2026 Full-Time Locations

SIOUX FALLS, SD 57107, USA

Job Details Description At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE‐first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are commited to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index. Please consider joining our growing team today! The Internal Controls Coordinator supports the Company's Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance program and system of internal controls over financial reporting. This role partners cross‑functionally with Accounting, Internal Audit, IT, Operations, and external auditors to ensure internal controls are properly designed, documented, tested, and maintained in accordance with COSO and SOX requirements. This position will be located in Bismarck, ND or Sioux Falls, SD.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in accounting, internal audit, SOX compliance, or internal controls. Working knowledge of the COSO Internal Control - Integrated Framework. Experience with SOX documentation, testing, and deficiency remediation. Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Requirements:

CPA, CIA, or similar professional certification. Experience in a public company environment. Experience working with ERP systems and user access controls. Prior experience working with external auditors. Duties and/or

Responsibilities:

Coordinate the Company's SOX compliance program, including annual planning, documentation, testing, and reporting. Maintain SOX narratives, risk and control matrices, and related supporting documentation. Track control owners, testing status, deficiencies, and remediation efforts. Assist with the design and implementation of new or revised internal controls. Monitor the operating effectiveness of entity‑level, process‑level, and IT general controls. Coordinate segregation of duties (SOD) reviews and maintain related documentation. Validate information produced by the entity (IPE) used in control activities. Serve as a liaison with Internal Audit and external auditors by coordinating walkthroughs, testing requests, and audit evidence. Support preparation of internal control reporting for management and the Audit Committee. Provide guidance and support to control owners regarding SOX and internal control expectations. Promote internal control awareness and best practices across the organization. Provide training on control processes. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and consistency within financial and control processes Assist with special projects related to process improvement, risk management, or system enhancements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Attention to detail Professional judgment and confidentiality Strong collaboration and communication skills Process improvement mindset Ability to work independently How to

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Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to: Knife River Corporation Box 5568 Bismarck, ND 58506 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.