Senior SOX Manager

The Honest Agency • Los Angeles, CA

2d • $150,000 - $175,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Manage the Company's SOX compliance program (IT and Business Processes) under 404b and act as a central point of contact and subject matter expert to ensure appropriate internal controls (manual and system) over financial reporting are strategically designed and effectively implemented Manage the on-going project management of the SOX program, including overseeing outsourced internal auditors, external auditors, and process owners Collaborate with cross functional departments to identify and assess key business processes and risks, develop and execute solutions to resolve internal control gaps and deficiencies Champion and cultivate the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (“ICFR”) culture across the organization by building strong relationships with leadership and process owners, providing strategic guidance on ICFR requirements, and providing guidance to enhance the control environment Maintain proactive communication with external auditors, ensuring alignment on SOX planning, walkthroughs, testing, audit requests, and deficiency evaluation Evaluate and interpret audit findings, document deficiency conclusions, and develop control remediation plans as necessary, tracking progress against plan Communicate progress status and results regularly with senior management, internal and external auditors; prepare Audit Committee communications Own and update key process flowcharts, walkthroughs and testing plans on an annual basis to reflect evolving business needs and regulatory requirements Facilitate monitoring, assessing, communicating and implementing changes in testing plan or procedures Manage the SOX risk and control matrix for all key business processes, entity level controls and ITGCs Manage quarterly SOX certification process and summarize results for senior leadership Review of SOC (service organization controls) SaaS applications and update assessments Educate business process and internal control owners by facilitating training sessions on compliance requirements Identify and recommend enhancements to corporate policies and procedures Support other financial-related projects as necessary

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Accounting.
• Relevant assurance certification (e.g., CPA, CIA).
• 10-12 years of relevant experience, including public accounting; experience in CPG, retail, or e-commerce is a plus.
• Proven experience managing SOX 404(b) implementation at a public company.
• Broad, in-depth understanding of GAAP, COSO, Sarbanes-Oxley, SEC, and PCAOB rules.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls frameworks and SOX best practices.
• Skilled in applying internal auditing and accounting principles, including audit methodologies, risk assessment, sampling techniques, audit documentation, and report writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel, data analysis, and visualization).
• Experience with AuditBoard or equivalent SOX management tools.
• Familiarity with process flowcharting and visualization tools (e.g., Visio).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex issues clearly and concisely.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate vision, hold teams accountable, and take corrective action when necessary.
• Skilled at collaborating across all levels of the organization to drive resolution and results.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proactive, team-oriented, and willing to “roll up your sleeves” when needed.
• Ability to manage priorities, meet critical deadlines, and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to research, simplify, and resolve complex situations.

Nice To Haves

• experience in CPG, retail, or e-commerce is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Company's SOX compliance program (IT and Business Processes) under 404b and act as a central point of contact and subject matter expert to ensure appropriate internal controls (manual and system) over financial reporting are strategically designed and effectively implemented
• Manage the on-going project management of the SOX program, including overseeing outsourced internal auditors, external auditors, and process owners
• Collaborate with cross functional departments to identify and assess key business processes and risks, develop and execute solutions to resolve internal control gaps and deficiencies
• Champion and cultivate the Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (“ICFR”) culture across the organization by building strong relationships with leadership and process owners, providing strategic guidance on ICFR requirements, and providing guidance to enhance the control environment
• Maintain proactive communication with external auditors, ensuring alignment on SOX planning, walkthroughs, testing, audit requests, and deficiency evaluation
• Evaluate and interpret audit findings, document deficiency conclusions, and develop control remediation plans as necessary, tracking progress against plan
• Communicate progress status and results regularly with senior management, internal and external auditors; prepare Audit Committee communications
• Own and update key process flowcharts, walkthroughs and testing plans on an annual basis to reflect evolving business needs and regulatory requirements
• Facilitate monitoring, assessing, communicating and implementing changes in testing plan or procedures
• Manage the SOX risk and control matrix for all key business processes, entity level controls and ITGCs
• Manage quarterly SOX certification process and summarize results for senior leadership
• Review of SOC (service organization controls) SaaS applications and update assessments
• Educate business process and internal control owners by facilitating training sessions on compliance requirements
• Identify and recommend enhancements to corporate policies and procedures
• Support other financial-related projects as necessary

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness 🏥: We've got you covered with top-tier health, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family feeling great.
• 401k with Company Match 💰: Your future matters to us. We match your 401k contributions to help you secure a strong financial future.
• Wellness & Fitness 💪: Stay healthy with a monthly fitness reimbursement and, for those in our Playa Vista office, an onsite gym to keep you active and energized.
• Work-Life Balance ⚖️: We value your time. We provide a generous and flexible vacation policy to relax, recharge, and spend time on what matters most.
• Family-Friendly Leave 👶: Growing your family? We offer generous maternity and paternity leave to support you during this exciting journey.
• Ownership & Equity 💼: Ownership isn't just a mindset here—it's real. Every full time employee is granted equity, giving you a direct stake in our future. When we win, you win.
• Education Reimbursement 🎓: We're committed to your growth—whether it's for professional development or a new passion, we offer education reimbursement to help you learn and level up.
• Pet Insurance 🐾: We love your furry family members too! Our pet insurance ensures your pets are taken care of, because they're part of the family.
• Employee Discounts 🛍️: Treat yourself and your loved ones to Honest products with exclusive employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

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