SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) Manager

Kensington Mortgages; England; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kensington Mortgages is seeking a highly motivated SOx Manager to lead the implementation phase of their SOx programme. The role involves shaping business processes and liaising with teams to ensure compliance. The ideal candidate has extensive audit experience, strong SOx knowledge, and excellent problem-solving skills, contributing to a culture of inclusivity and growth.

Qualifications

• Extensive audit experience ideally within a Big 4 accounting firm.
• Strong understanding of SOx, COSO frameworks and internal controls.
• Highly organised and motivated, with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Advise process and control owners on control design and implementation improvements.
• Evaluate and resolve control deficiencies using root cause analysis.
• Maintain and update SOx documentation including RACMs and process flows.

Skills

SOx Knowledge

COSO Framework

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Kensington Mortgages

Location: Remote (UK Residents only) - With travel to London Canary Wharf when required

Hours: Full Time Role 09:00-17:30

Contract: 6 Months - but with potential opportunity to become perm after

Following the acquisition of Kensington Mortgages Company (KMC) by Barclays, we are entering the exciting final phase of our SOx Implementation programme and we are recruiting for a highly motivated SOx Manager to lead the charge

This newly created role will be integral in shaping and optimising our business processes and internal controls. You will act as a key partner to the business and liase with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.

The ideal candidate has a detailed knowledge of SOx and COSO frameworks, excellent communication skills and an ability to collaborate effectively across a range of internal and external partners.

Key Accountabilities

• Advise process and control owners on control design and implementation improvements
• Support business functions in ensuring controls are well-designed, documented, and effective.
• Act as a liaison between business process owners, Barclays SOx teams, and external auditors.
• Evaluate and resolve control deficiencies, using root cause analysis, impact assessment, remediation planning
• Maintain and update SOx documentation including RACMs and process flows, in line with COSO and PCAOB standards.
• Assist with SOC report reviews and the preparation of Audit Committee materials.
• Communicate proactively with SOx and Finance Leadership teams on key risks, and improvements

Experience, Knowledge, Skills

• Extensive audit experience ideally within a Big 4 accounting firm.
• Qualified Accountant
• Strong understanding of SOx, COSO frameworks and internal controls
• Highly organised, motivated, meticulous with the ability to work independently.
• Flexible and able to adapt quickly in a fast-moving environment.
• Able to easily manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think critically to find solutions that meet requirements while supporting business operations and objectives.

Why Join Us

At Kensington Mortgages, we believe our employees are the heart of our success. We are committed to creating a supportive and flexible work environment that values personal growth, professional development and a healthy work-life balance

Our inclusive culture respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms, ensuring that everyone feels welcome, valued and understood. We recognise and appreciate differences in thinking, learning styles, gender, race, identity, ethnic origins and sexual expression.

We are an inclusive, neurodiversity-friendly employer committed to creating a supportive environment where all employees can thrive

Ready to make a difference?

If you're passionate about providing an exceptional service and want to join a team that values your contributions we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and be part of the Kensington Mortgages family and help us to continue making a positive impact in the lives of our customers.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

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