SOX Controls and Compliance Manager

About the role

The SOX Controls and Compliance Manager will lead the company’s Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance program, ensuring robust internal controls over financial reporting and supporting audit activities. This senior position works closely with finance, IT, operations and external auditors to maintain a strong control environment.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, execute and report on the annual SOX compliance program, including documentation of processes, control matrices and risk assessments.
• Design, implement and test both business process controls and IT General Controls (ITGCs) for effectiveness.
• Lead annual SOX risk assessments, scope in‑scope processes and update controls for new systems or business changes.
• Coordinate with external audit partners, prepare findings and present program status to senior management.
• Identify control deficiencies, drive root‑cause analysis and monitor remediation plans.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in internal audit, public accounting or SOX compliance within a public company.
• Strong knowledge of COSO framework, PCAOB standards and SEC regulations.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with process owners, internal audit and external auditors.

Required skills

• SOX program management and internal control design.
• IT General Controls (ITGC) expertise.
• Familiarity with COSO, PCAOD auditing standards and SEC reporting requirements.
• Relevant certifications such as CPA, CIA or CISA (highly preferred).