VP of SOX Audit

Robert Half

Greater Chicago Area

Description

HYBRID ROLE – VP of SOX Audit

It’s summertime. The last thing you want to do is waste time in front of a computer job hunting. Here’s a role that’s looking to be filled ASAP.

The salary range for this position is $230,000-$260,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this role please send your resume to [email protected]

Job Description:

  • Manage the overall project management of the SOX 404 program. Plan deliverables and co-dependencies, anticipate issues, and provide the necessary tools and communications to enable the success of all business and SOX leads and testers.
  • Work closely the executive team and stakeholders to perform a risk assessment and scope SOX processes and controls in support of SOX 404 certification. On a quarterly basis, drive the analytical risk assessment and scoping analytics.
  • Drive the strategic annual, quarterly and on-going SOX 404 and 302 compliance testing with management, process owners, and external auditors.
  • Oversee the development and adoption of SOX best practices and delivering training to process owners.
  • Align the SOX 404 program with external audit to maximize external audit’s reliance on management’s work.
  • Review quarterly reporting with senior leadership and Audit Committee that includes testing results, deficiency root cause analysis, and audit milestone status.
  • Lead a team of SOX compliance professionals, providing mentorship and development opportunities.
  • Liaison with external auditors, regulators, and internal audit teams regarding SOX-related matters.
  • Foster a culture of compliance and ethical financial reporting across the organization.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Accountancy.
  • 10+ years of external or internal auditing with a public accounting firm and / or publicly-traded company, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Public accounting experience required.
  • Expertise in SOX 404 compliance in financial reporting areas, including business process and controls IT general controls
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risks and develop control solutions.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, COSO framework, and PCAOB standards
  • CPA, CIA, or CISA is strongly preferred

To apply to this role please send your resume to [email protected]

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