Sr Director, SOX Internal Controls

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$210,000.00- $230,000.00 USD Non-Union

The Sr Director, SOX Internal Controls is responsible for leading the overall SOX implementation function for the organization. The Sarbanes-Oxley Act is a significant regulatory requirement, which requires management to document, assess and make representations about the effectiveness of its internal control structure surrounding financial reporting. Participation in this requires an understanding of internal control activities, interpretation of the regulation, and coordination of activities across the division. 

• Provide framework for overall financial risk and control framework and governance over SOX processes 
• Develop and implement policies and procedures as it relates to the various work streams within the group
• Identify, document and assess key risks and controls across Finance and Operations, as well as work with the business areas to institute proper controls and remediation strategies including scoping methodology and process mapping.
• Develop, execute and review narratives, risks assessments, and test plans to assess the effectiveness of internal controls
• Propose recommendations for changes to address root cause of issues and participate and implement agreed upon remediation plans 
• Identify gaps between implemented controls and key risks and recommend remediation actions
• Track metrics and coordinate reporting to project working groups, steering committees, senior management, internal audit, and external auditors 
• Manage and coordinate with the Information Technology SOX lead to lead synergies across both business and IT SOX functions 
• Lead annual fraud questionnaire initiatives and issue memos summarizing the results
• Execute high-profile special projects in partnership with Financial leadership and/or executive management

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 12+ years of experience in audit or related field
• CPA preferred 
• Experience in implementing and executing an initial SOX compliance program is strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of internal control design and testing concepts, and practical experience with performing internal audit assessments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including delivering difficult messages
• Experience leading and cultivating direct reports and other colleagues
• Experience in communicating with senior management, Board of Directors, and Audit Committees
• Demonstrated risk assessment and management skills

We celebrate inclusion and are committed to equal-opportunity employment. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category.

You can expect:

• A supportive, inclusive atmosphere on a team that values your contributions.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth through work experience, offerings from our in-house Learning Team, our Employee Resource Groups, and more.
• An attractive and equitable compensation package, including salary.
• A well-rounded benefits program featuring paid time off, unlimited sick time, comprehensive medical benefits, a family leave policy, access to mental health platforms, retirement plans, health and wellness discounts, and much more.