SOX Manager

SOX Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced SOX Manager to lead and enhance its global Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program. This position will play a critical role in strengthening the organization's internal control environment, partnering with business leaders across multiple functions, and ensuring compliance with SEC and PCAOB requirements.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in internal controls, public accounting, and financial reporting, along with the ability to influence stakeholders, manage competing priorities, and operate effectively within a dynamic and evolving business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual SOX risk assessment and scoping process, identifying key financial reporting risks, significant accounts, business processes, and IT General Controls.
• Coordinate and facilitate process walkthroughs and documentation reviews across various business functions and locations.
• Oversee testing of key controls and Information Produced by the Entity (IPE) in accordance with SOX and PCAOB standards.
• Assess the effectiveness of existing controls and recommend enhancements to improve efficiency, consistency, and compliance.
• Partner with operational and finance leaders to support implementation and ongoing execution of SOX requirements.
• Monitor changes in business operations, systems, and regulatory requirements and evaluate their impact on the control environment.
• Assist business partners with identifying control deficiencies, performing root cause analysis, quantifying potential impacts, and developing remediation plans.
• Review internal audit observations and determine potential implications to financial reporting and compliance.
• Serve as a key liaison among finance, operations, IT, internal audit, and external auditors.
• Develop and deliver training and educational programs to reinforce internal controls awareness and promote a strong compliance culture throughout the organization.

Desired Experience and Skills

• Strong understanding of internal controls, audit methodology, and control testing practices.
• Ability to quickly understand complex business processes and evaluate related risks and controls.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across departments, business units, and geographic regions.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous process improvement and operational excellence.
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret financial information and identify trends or risks.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with financial reporting and business applications.
• Ability to communicate findings, recommendations, and control-related matters clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Self-directed individual who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline required.
• CPA designation required.
• Minimum of 6+ years of combined public accounting, SEC reporting, internal audit, or SOX compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, SEC regulations, and PCAOB standards.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating control design, testing operating effectiveness, and managing remediation efforts.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with stakeholders throughout a large, multi-location organization.
• Ability to remain composed and effective while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Previous Big Four public accounting experience strongly preferred.