Senior SOX Compliance Analyst

Linde•Tonawanda, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is a key participant in the testing of internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley by gathering, analyzing, and documenting processes over financial reporting. The analyst will coordinate efforts to ensure SOX compliance requirements are met within required deadlines, proactively monitor changes in business, process, and systems, and provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders. The position involves identifying internal control deficiencies, ensuring the timely implementation of corrective actions, assisting in the creation and maintenance of the key control matrix, and advising management on improvement recommendations related to key controls. The role also includes interacting with external auditors to coordinate walkthroughs, follow up on inquiries, and provide audit support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Three (3+) years of experience in public accounting or internal audit
Experience with SOX walkthroughs and test of controls
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet required deadlines
Ability to work through testing independently and escalate issues timely
Ability to adapt quickly to a changing environment

Nice To Haves

CPA, CIA or CISA certification

Responsibilities

Participate in the testing of internal controls in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley by gathering, analyzing, and documenting processes over financial reporting.
Coordinate efforts to ensure SOX compliance requirements are met within required deadlines.
Proactively monitor changes in business, process, and systems and provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders.
Identify internal control deficiencies and ensure the timely implementation of corrective actions.
Assist in the creation and maintenance of the key control matrix.
Advise management on improvement recommendations related to key controls.
Interact with external auditors to coordinate walkthroughs, follow up on inquiries, and provide audit support as requested.