SOX Manager

The SOX Manager for Business Process and IT Application Controls (ITAC) is a critical, highly visible role on the Finance team responsible for the day-to-day execution and continuous improvement of the company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Section 404 compliance program. As our business experiences tremendous growth, this individual will act as a key partner to business process and ITAC owners, ensuring a robust Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) environment and be responsible for working with different business stakeholders on maintaining the SOX controls.

The ideal candidate is a motivated, self-starting leader with a strong background in public accounting and internal controls. You will not just manage compliance, but actively drive process optimization, automation, and cross-functional risk management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. SOX Program Management & Execution

Lifecycle Management: Lead the execution of the annual SOX compliance lifecycle for business processes and ITAC, including scoping, risk assessment, documentation (narratives, flowcharts, Risk & Control Matrices), testing coordination, and deficiency remediation. Risk Assessment & Scoping: Perform the annual qualitative and quantitative risk assessment to identify significant accounts, relevant assertions, and key controls, proactively adjusting the SOX scope to reflect business growth or process changes.

• Audit Coordination: Serve as the business process and ITAC primary point of contact and liaison between management, control owners, Internal Audit, and the External Auditors for all SOX-related matters to ensure a co-ordinated, efficient, and cost-effective audit process.
• Deficiency Management: Evaluate control deficiencies/process enhancements and partner closely with business process and ITAC owners to develop actionable remediation plans and track progress to ensure timely resolution.

1. Process Optimization & Cross-Functional Partnership

Control Rationalization: Drive a continuous improvement mindset by identifying opportunities to streamline operations, eliminate redundant controls, and increase the utilization of automated controls or GRC tools.Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to business process and ITAC owners providing guidance, coaching, and training on control responsibilities.

• Change Management: Proactively assess and manage the SOX impact of new financial systems, workflow updates, or corporate transformation initiatives.
• Policy & Standardization: Support the development and alignment of policies to ensure harmonized processes across all business units.

1. Audit Coordination & Reporting

• Audit Liaison: Serve as the business process and ITAC primary point of contact and liaison between management, control owners, Internal Audit, and the External Auditors for all SOX-related matters (e.g. walkthroughs, evidence gathering, follow-ups) to ensure seamless, cost-effective audit process.
• PMO & Consultant Management: Manage the SOX project timeline, tracking milestones and managing external auditors, as needed. 
• Status Reporting: Prepare regular status updates, control deficiency summaries, and remediation progress reports for the management.

Required Professional Experience & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Big 4 Experience Requirement: Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in Big 4 public accounting (Audit or Risk Advisory), specifically focused on SOX 404 audits and ICFR for large accelerated filers.
• Strong familiarity with high-growth environments (Fintech or technology sector experience is a major plus).
• Certifications: Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is strongly preferred. CISA is a plus.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of SOX Section 404 requirements, the COSO framework, and PCAOB auditing standards.
• Systems Familiarity: Experience navigating and evaluating controls within major ERP and enterprise systems (e.g., NetSuite) is highly desirable.

Key Competencies for Success

• Analytical Thinking: Strong conceptual and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Project Leadership: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, manage timelines, and deliver high-quality results under pressure.
• Collaborative Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex control requirements into clear, actionable guidance for non-financial stakeholders.
• Autonomy: A self-starter who can work independently while maintaining strong alignment with a broader team goal.

Visa Sponsorship:  Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.