Associate Director, SOX Audit

Are you looking for an opportunity to take a leadership role in building a state-of-the-art SOX program in a global industrial organization?

Our client, a leader in their industry, is seeking a Financial Controls/SOX at the Associate Director level with strong leadership, one who can work closely with the CAE, and help build and strengthen their internal controls function. This position will be a key member of their risk-based internal audit program and take a lead role their financial controls program. Additionally, our client is seeking a candidate with executive presence and the ability to lead high-profile audit engagements and projects.

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Title: Associate Director, Internal Audit/SOX
Salary: $150,000 – $175,000 plus bonus
Location: New Haven County, CT

Key Responsibilities:

• Help provide strategic direction and hands-on oversight in building and implementing the financial Controls / Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) function.
• Reporting to the CAE, this individual will have exposure to the operations of the company and will work with internal and external auditors.
• Following the design and implementation of the program, this individual will support the maintenance of the organization’s SOX compliance effort.
• Develop and establish a robust SOX framework tailored to the organization’s structure and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify key controls, evaluate control design effectiveness, and assess the overall control environment.
• Drive the implementation of SOX compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize business processes, integrating effective internal controls seamlessly into daily operations.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of SOX processes, controls, and testing procedures.
• Build, mentor, and lead team members and high-profile projects and professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with process owners to develop and implement effective remediation plans for identified control deficiencies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and senior management to communicate the status of SOX compliance efforts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance or related field; Master’s Degree and/or CIA/CPA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in the Big 4 and/or corporate SOX/Internal Controls experience
• Extensive knowledge of US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, risk and controls standards, and business process best practices.
• Proven track record of supporting the build and implementation of SOX compliance programs.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and financial reporting.
• Strategic thinker with excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to travel approximately 20-40%