SOX Program Manager

Job Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement SOX compliance strategies, internal controls, and best practices to address process deficiencies.
• Prepare for and participate in external regulatory inspections and internal audits.
• Ensure all required regulatory reporting meets content, format, and scheduling requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments of IT systems and processes, focusing on IT General Controls (ITGC) and SOX compliance.
• Design, implement, and test internal controls over financial reporting, with emphasis on IT controls.
• Collaborate with internal audit, compliance, IT, and business stakeholders to align SOX initiatives with operational goals.
• Lead remediation efforts for identified control gaps and escalate critical issues to senior management.
• Prepare and present SOX-related reports to executive, audit committee, and disclosure committee members.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge base of financial regulations, industry standards, and SOX requirements.
• Manage multiple cross-functional SOX projects, including walkthroughs, testing, and special initiatives.
• Assemble and lead project teams, develop schedules, allocate resources, and track milestones.
• Maintain SOX management tools to track control status and compliance progress.
• Provide training and communication plans to enhance stakeholder awareness of SOX requirements and improvements.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in IT audit, SOX compliance, or related regulatory roles.
• Certifications: CISA, CISSP, CRISC, or similar preferred.

Skills

• SOX compliance and ITGC expertise
• Risk assessment and control testing
• Internal and external audit coordination
• Policy and procedure development
• Project management and stakeholder communication
• Data analytics for control monitoring
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership abilities

Additional Notes This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of financial reporting, IT governance, and regulatory compliance. The SOX Program Manager will be a key liaison between audit, IT, and business units to ensure controls are effective, compliant, and aligned with organizational objectives.