The Director, Internal Audit & SOX Compliance will support and manage the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance testing program while also overseeing internal audit activities. This role will be primarily focused on ensuring compliance with SOX requirements, managing internal controls testing, and collaborating with key stakeholders across Finance, IT, and Operations. Additionally, the role will oversee select internal audit functions related to financial, compliance and IT risks.
• Lead the SOX compliance program, including risk assessments, testing, and remediation.
• Partner with IT teams to assess and monitor IT General Controls (ITGCs) related to SOX compliance.
• Work closely with external auditors, ensuring effective coordination and facilitating efficient testing of controls.
• Navigate and manage deficiency mitigation efforts, ensuring timely resolution and presentation of fully formed mitigation plans to external auditors.
• Supervise internal audit staff.
• Identify opportunities for improved scoping, control rationalization, and optimization to streamline processes while maintaining compliance.
• Prepare and present SOX compliance reports to executive leadership.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments and oversee select internal audit engagements.
• Stay current on SEC, PCAOB, and industry best practices to enhance the company’s SOX program.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree
Major: Accounting, Finance
Degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Education Details:
Certifications and/or Licenses:
• One or more relevant professional certifications, such as CPA, CIA, or CISA required
Experience in lieu of required education is acceptable: Yes
Continuing education is required to maintain license and to perform job: Yes
Customarily has at least the following experience: 7 years
• 7+ years of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or financial controls, with experience in a publicly traded company.
• Integrated audit experience with a strong understanding of audit methodologies, risk assessment, deficiency mitigation and control testing.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with Accounting, Finance, IT, and external auditors.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and supervisory experience required.
This job requires access to confidential and critical information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.