SOX Manager

Honeywell • Rosemont, CA

5d • $118,000 - $147,000

About The Position

The Internal Control Manager is responsible for overseeing and maintaining effective internal controls within the organization, with a primary focus on Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) compliance. The ideal candidate will dedicate approximately 80% of their time to SOX-related activities, while also addressing operational and other compliance items. This role requires a deep understanding of SOX processes, controls, and control ownership, ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of the SOX environment within their designated Strategic Business Group (SBG).

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal controls, compliance, or auditing, with specific experience in SOX compliance.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and risk management principles.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in using audit management software and analytical tools.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• SOX Compliance Focus: Devote 80% of time to manage and oversee SOX compliance activities and initiatives.
• Understand and document SOX processes, controls, and identify control owners within the SBG.
• Control Ownership: Maintain accountability for the SOX environment by owning and managing the internal control framework in alignment with SBG objectives.
• SNOW Request Management: Manage and monitor all ServiceNow (SNOW) requests related to control testing, ensuring timely execution and documentation.
• Connect Request Oversight: Oversee and manage Connect requests related to substantive testing, ensuring alignment with compliance objectives.
• Training and Communication: Develop and deliver training programs to communicate SOX control expectations to relevant stakeholders, ensuring understanding and compliance.
• WT Process Support: Support the Walkthrough (WT) process by attending WT sessions for the assigned SBG and providing necessary documentation and insights.
• SOX CAP Analysis: Maintain and complete the 2024 SOX Corrective Action Plan (CAP) analysis file, ensuring all actions are tracked and managed properly.
• Audit Monitoring: Monitor the Corporate Audit’s log of failures to understand trends and provide insights on any potential SOX deficiencies that may arise.
• Deficiency Perspective: Analyze and provide a perspective on any potential SOX control deficiencies, ensuring proactive identification and remediation.
• CAP Management: Manage both self-identified CAPs and CAPs raised by Corporate Audit, ensuring all SOX CAPs are handled by Corporate/SBG control leads efficiently.
• Integration of Processes and Controls: Oversee the integration of processes and controls for any acquisitions, ensuring compliance with the SOX framework during transitions.
• SOX Framework Updates: Regularly review and update the SOX internal control framework to ensure it remains current and compliant with regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.
• This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.
• For more information visit: Benefits at Honeywell
• The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

What This Job Offers

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