Internal Audit SOX Principal Auditor

HP • Houston, TX

293d

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Internal Audit Principal Auditor with a specialization in Order to Cash (O2C) and a strong focus on Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance. The successful candidate will lead and execute internal audit engagements within the Order to Cash process, ensuring adherence to SOX requirements and identifying opportunities for process improvement and risk mitigation.

Requirements

• Demonstrated expertise in Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, including in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements such as Sections 302 and 404.
• Extensive understanding of the Order to Cash process, spanning sales order processing, credit management, invoicing, and revenue recognition.
• Competency in audit methodologies, with a focus on risk assessment, planning, execution, and reporting.
• Robust project management capabilities, encompassing effective project planning, resource allocation, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Prior experience and proven leadership in managing audit teams.
• Proficiency in SOX compliance tools and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical aptitude to assess control effectiveness and identify deficiencies.
• Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory developments in SOX compliance and O2C processes.
• Solution-focused problem-solving capabilities.
• Proactive mindset towards continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• A professional certification related to internal audit or accounting such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Chartered Accountant (CA).
• Experience in public accounting or working with publicly listed companies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee aspects of the O2C SOX compliance program in accordance with SOX and PCAOB standards, including scoping, planning, execution, and reporting.
• Perform risk assessments and design audit procedures to address key risk areas within the O2C process.
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls within the O2C cycle, identifying control gaps, weaknesses, and areas for enhancement.
• Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and risk insights to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Lead a team of audit professionals, providing guidance and mentorship to enhance their skills.
• Collaborate with control owners to identify and document changes to internal controls.
• Coordinate with auditors and co-sourcing partners for controls testing and process walkthroughs.
• Take the lead in implementing effective project management strategies within the O2C SOX compliance program.
• Review and assess reported control deficiencies with business process owners.
• Recommend improvements to enhance key controls, driving ongoing optimization of the SOX program.
• Lead various SOX meetings, facilitating discussions and decision-making processes.
• Work with IT and Compliance teams to ensure alignment with SOX requirements.
• Prepare and present SOX findings and assertions to both the SOX PMO and HP Leadership Team.
• Continuously improve the SOX program through optimization and automation initiatives.
• Provide support for internal audit projects, addressing control-related issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree