SOX Auditor

SOX Auditor (No to C2Cs or margin sharing)Location: Bellevue, WA (100% onsite)Contract: Through end of December/ January, with potential for extension and or conversionStart Date: ASAPPay/Rate Range: $40-46/hr on W2 onlyOpenings: 2Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.Job SummaryOur client is seeking two Staff SOX Auditors to support their SOX compliance and internal controls activities. This role will focus heavily on hands-on SOX 404 testing, remediation testing, financial controls, and collaboration with Accounting, Finance, Operations, Internal Audit, and external auditors.The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of hands-on SOX testing experience, along with a solid accounting or financial reporting background. Big Four public accounting and/or internal audit experience is highly preferred.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute and support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 compliance procedures across designated locations, entities, and business divisions under the guidance of the SOX Manager.Perform hands-on testing of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), including walkthroughs, control testing, documentation, and evaluation of results.Support SOX methodology, reporting, and annual compliance activities.Participate in SOX scoping, planning, and scheduling activities to ensure timely completion of annual compliance requirements.Prepare and maintain accurate SOX testing documentation and audit workpapers.Identify, document, and communicate control exceptions and potential deficiencies.Perform remediation testing to validate that identified control issues have been appropriately addressed.Serve as a point of contact for questions and requests from external auditors, providing supporting documentation and responding to follow-up inquiries.Collaborate with the Internal Audit team and participate in internal audit activities as needed.Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Accounting, Finance, Operations, and other business stakeholders.Support Accounting and Financial Reporting business processes and identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls and improve processes.Assist with special projects and other initiatives that improve business processes and add value to the organization.Required Qualifications3+ years of relevant audit, accounting, internal controls, or SOX experience.At least 2 years of hands-on SOX testing experience is required.Solid accounting and/or financial reporting background.Hands-on experience with SOX 404 / ICFR, internal controls, and control testing.Experience preparing audit documentation and workpapers.Experience with remediation testing and evaluating control exceptions.Working knowledge of SEC rules, financial reporting requirements, and internal accounting control procedures.Experience with an audit management system or SOX compliance platform.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work effectively with stakeholders at various levels, including Finance and Accounting leadership.Deadline-driven, detail-oriented, and proactive with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Preferred QualificationsBig Four public accounting experience (EY, PwC, Deloitte, or KPMG).Internal audit experience.Experience supporting SOX compliance within a publicly traded company. xhyhwjd CPA or relevant accounting/audit certification is a plus.