Senior Manager, Risk & Controls

SPS Commerce•Minneapolis, MN

17h•$133,500 - $207,500•Hybrid

About The Position

SPS Commerce is a leading provider of cloud-based supply chain management solutions, serving a global network of retail trading partners. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation and continuous improvement are highly valued. Join SPS Commerce and be part of a dynamic team that's transforming the global retail supply chain! Position Summary: We're hiring a Senior Manager, Risk & Controls to own and elevate our SOX compliance program at SPS Commerce. This is a high-visibility role where you'll serve as the organization's subject matter authority on SOX regulatory requirements — ensuring the program fully meets or exceeds compliance standards while driving strategic maturation over time. You'll provide oversight, direction, and coaching to the Risk & Controls team, and partner closely with senior and executive leadership and external auditors to drive program quality, risk insight, and long-term program value.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and 8+ years of relevant experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or risk and controls, including 3+ years of people management experience
Demonstrated SOX regulatory expertise sufficient to serve as a subject matter authority, including applied knowledge of SEC, PCAOB, and COSO frameworks
Experience leading or managing SOX compliance functions within a public company environment
Proven ability to apply understanding of business processes and internal controls to set strategic direction for a compliance program
Sufficient understanding of IT control domains and IT General Controls (ITGCs) to oversee an IT SOX workstream and connect IT and business process risks
Demonstrated track record of driving strategic program improvement and maturation while maintaining accountability for quality outcomes
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to and influence senior and executive leadership
Proven ability to partner with stakeholders to influence decisions and drive alignment on risk and control priorities
Demonstrated ability to adapt to shifting priorities and lead a team through change

Nice To Haves

Experience at a Big 4 or national public accounting firm with SOX or internal audit focus preferred
Experience supporting SOX-related work in connection with mergers and acquisitions preferred
CPA, CIA, and/or CISA certification preferred

Responsibilities

Own the leadership and continuous improvement of the SOX program — setting standards and procedures that meet or exceed regulatory requirements and driving opportunities to strengthen risk management, program effectiveness, and long-term maturation
Serve as the organization's primary SOX regulatory expert, maintaining deep knowledge of SEC, PCAOB, and COSO frameworks and translating regulatory developments into actionable program updates
Review and approve key program deliverables to ensure quality, completeness, and alignment with program standards and regulatory expectations
Provide senior-level oversight of engagement with external auditors
Lead the identification, prioritization, and resourcing of SOX program activities and special projects, including process and system changes and M&A integration
Provide risk and controls support for special projects such as M&A and system implementations, and lead their timely integration into the SOX program
Oversee the training and awareness program for business partners and team members related to SOX requirements, internal controls, and risk management
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Risk & Controls team — providing strategic direction, managing talent acquisition and growth, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and strong stakeholder partnership
Build and sustain trusted advisory relationships with business partners to support SOX objectives and broader risk management priorities