Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced SOX Manager to join our team. The SOX Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, ensuring that the company's financial reporting processes and internal controls are in compliance with regulatory requirements. This role involves working closely with various departments to assess, document, and test internal controls, as well as providing recommendations for improvements. The role reports to the Sr. Director of Internal Audit Director

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or public accounting. At least 2 years of supervisory experience
• Extensive understanding of SOX requirements and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• BA/BS in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field
• CPA, CIA, or other relevant certification preferred
• Experience working with AuditBoard is a strong plus

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of the SOX compliance program.
• Develop and maintain SOX documentation, including process narratives, flowcharts, and risk control matrices.
• Perform risk assessments to identify key controls and areas of improvement.
• Monitor emerging risks and update controls and processes accordingly
• Conduct walkthroughs and testing of internal controls to evaluate their design and operating effectiveness.
• Coordinate with process owners to ensure timely completion of SOX testing and remediation activities.
• Collaborate with various cross-functional leaders, including but not limited to Finance, Operations, Legal HR, and IT to ensure effectiveness of controls.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate testing and review of internal controls.
• Provide training and guidance to process owners and control operators on SOX requirements and best practices.
• Monitor and assist with reporting on the status of SOX compliance activities to senior management and the audit committee.
• Stay current with changes in SOX regulations and industry best practices.

Skills

• Extensive understanding of SOX requirements and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Proven professional judgment, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Ability to convey complicated topics and issues in a straight-forward and concise manner
• Result-oriented; proactive; possesses the highest standards of ethics and integrity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in presenting at senior management meetings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and AuditBoard (audit management software).

Pay Range: $122,000 - $165,000 depending on experience.