Senior Internal Audit and SOX Compliance Specialist

Cynet Systems • Rochester, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for monitoring the organization’s internal control environment and ensuring compliance with SOX, internal audit standards, and corporate governance requirements. Leads the documentation, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of key internal controls across financial and operational processes. Partners with process owners to assess control effectiveness, identify gaps, and drive timely remediation. Leads project management efforts for reviewing auditing tools for remediation actions and applies a thorough understanding of internal controls.

Requirements

• Internal audit background.
• Strong background in accounting and financial reporting.
• 4–5 years of SOX and internal auditing experience.
• Solid understanding of internal control frameworks.
• Project management background.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly strong Excel skills.
• Bachelor’s degree required, with a background in Accounting or Finance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with OPTRO (formerly AuditBoard) is helpful.
• Experience with financial reporting for a publicly traded company.
• Experience with CAS 410/403 is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management efforts for reviewing auditing tools for remediation actions.
• Monitor the internal control environment and ensure compliance with SOX and government requirements.
• Oversee control deficiency tracking and remediation, ensuring issues are clearly defined, action plans are developed, and progress is monitored and communicated to leadership.
• Maintain structured reporting on control performance, remediation status, and emerging risks.
• Lead significant improvement efforts within the control environment and contribute to operational plans that deliver measurable impact on business or functional results.
• Assist with organizational compliance self-assessments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior