Financial Compliance Advisor

Job Title

Provides strategic guidance on internal controls over financial reporting to support the client and their operating companies in meeting Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 (SOX 404) requirements.

Evaluates the potential SOX impacts of business transformation, technology initiatives, and emerging risks, and advises stakeholders on control design and necessary adjustments.

Develops and enhances SOX frameworks, methodologies, and guidance to promote consistent, effective, and efficient practices across the enterprise.

Partners with accounting, finance, IT, and other stakeholders to address complex control matters and recommend practical solutions.

Delivers insights and recommendations to management to support informed decisions and continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree/equivalent in finance or accounting.

Master's degree and/or CPA preferred.

Five years' experience in public accounting or the accounting department at a public company, including experience with SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting.

Strong knowledge of internal controls, financial reporting, general accounting, and risk assessment.

Ability to assess complex business and technology changes, identify potential SOX implications, and develop practical recommendations.

Strong analytical, strategic thinking, organizational, and project leadership skills.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence decisions and translate complex issues into clear guidance.

Nice To Have Skills & Experience

Big 4 experience: Deloitte, PwC, EY, or KPMG

Experience supporting technology transformation initiatives

Experience working across IT and business/finance stakeholders

CPA or relevant audit/risk certification

Master's degree

Experience supporting major business transformation initiatives

Junior Manager/Manager-level public accounting experience