SOX Manager

Join Our Team as a SOX Manager – Drive Internal Controls and Ensure Compliance

Are you a seasoned SOX professional with a passion for internal controls and IT audits? We are seeking a dynamic SOX Manager to support a critical ongoing SOX audit, playing a key role in safeguarding our client's financial reporting processes. This contract opportunity offers the chance to work with a talented team, utilize cutting-edge tools, and make a meaningful impact on compliance efforts within a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead end-to-end SOX testing and documentation, focusing on IT General Controls and business process controls
• Track deficiencies through detailed remediation plans, coordinate evidence collection, and oversee retesting efforts
• Prepare detailed summaries and impact assessments regarding deficiencies, root cause analysis, and aggregated deficiency reports
• Collaborate effectively with co-source partners and internal teams to ensure audit milestones are met
• Utilize tools such as AuditBoard and Perpetual AI testing platform; training available
• Maintain meticulous documentation and provide clear communication across all stakeholders

Required Skills:

• Extensive experience with ITGC and business process control testing
• Proven ability to manage SOX compliance projects independently
• Strong understanding of deficiency remediation, tracking, and reporting
• Familiarity with audit tools like AuditBoard and AI testing platforms
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience working with SaaS or technology companies
• Knowledge of external audit processes and working with external auditors like PWC
• Previous experience managing or coordinating external testing teams
• Additional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CPA-equivalent

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of SOX compliance and IT audit experience
• Prior experience supporting or leading SOX audits in a corporate or consulting environment

Other Requirements:

• Location preference in the SF or Palo Alto area; open to remote candidates willing to work PST hours 1–2 days per week
• Ability to start ASAP, with an onboarding process that may take up to 2 weeks
• Availability for interviews next week
• This role is a contract position lasting approximately 5–8 months, with a commitment of 40 hours per week

This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your SOX expertise in a fast-moving, collaborative setting. If you’re ready to make an impact and support vital compliance initiatives, we want to hear from you.