Compliance Specialist

Webologix Ltd/ INC; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Webologix Ltd/ INC in Reading is seeking a SoX Consultant to ensure compliance with SOX regulations through evaluation and testing of internal controls over financial reporting. The role involves drafting necessary governance policies and processes, and validating ITGC and application controls.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in SOX controls. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are essential, along with knowledge of ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years working experience of SOX controls.
• Strong understanding of SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Experience working with auditors and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Draft governance, policies and processes needed to maintain the SOX regime.
• Check enterprise systems for control evidence for SOX.

Skills

SOX compliance

Internal controls over financial reporting

ITGC testing

Risk assessment

Control design

Stakeholder management

Automation tools for control monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

We’re looking for a SoX Consultant who will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with SOX regulations by evaluating and testing internal controls over financial reporting. They perform risk assessments, document processes, and validate ITGC and application controls. The role involves working with stakeholders and auditors to support audits and address control gaps. Additionally, they recommend and implement improvements to strengthen governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.

Your responsibilities

• Drafting governance, policies and processes needed to maintain our SOX regime
• Ability to check our enterprise systems and corporate applications for the presence and evidence collated for controls for SOX.

Your Profile

Essential skills/knowledge/experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field.
• Strong understanding of SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)
• Experience in ITGC and application control testing
• Knowledge of risk assessment, control design, and documentation
• Experience working with auditors and audit processes
• 5 years working experience of SOX controls.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Knowledge of automation tools for control monitoring and testing
• Professional certifications (e.g., CISA, CA, CPA, CIA)
• Exposure to process improvement and remediation planning
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills