SOX & Compliance Lead

Odyssey • New York, NY

1d • $160,000 - $180,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated SOX & Compliance Lead to work at the intersection of finance, internal audit, IT, and operations, to ensure the design and execution of effective internal controls. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of financial operations, and posseses a strong understanding of external audit requirements.

Requirements

• 7+ years in SOX compliance, internal audit, or public accounting.
• Strong understanding of SOX, internal controls, and risk management principles.
• Demonstrated experience developing and improving internal controls.
• Deep understanding of financial close processes and controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to translate complex calculations and processes into clear, maintainable documentation.

Nice To Haves

• MBA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the company’s SOX compliance efforts, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Establish clear, accessible documentation to maintain internal controls, including process narratives and risk control matrices.
• Partner with Finance, IT, Operations, Internal Audit, and Data Engineering teams to manage controls documentation requests.
• Champion best practices in internal controls, performing quality assurance checks periodically.
• Develop and execute remediation plans for control deficiencies.
• Assist in designing and implementing internal controls over financial reporting for existing and new systems.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on SOX requirements and best practices.
• Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of controls.

What This Job Offers

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