SOX 404 Compliance Senior Analyst (Team Lead)

Johnson & Johnson; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a SOX 404 Compliance Senior Analyst to identify, assess, test and supervise financial reporting risks across MRCs. You will conduct SOX testing, evaluate control design and operate with cross-functional partners including senior leaders to drive remediation and reporting accuracy.

The role requires a BA/BS in accounting or finance, 4–6 years of experience, strong analytical skills and English communication.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance or related field.
• 4–6 years of work experience.
• Specialized knowledge in finance processes and accounting.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Experience with Payroll, Finance for Risk Management, SOX, and User Access.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities across levels.

Responsibilities

• Be aligned with applicable laws and regulations, and follow guidelines in the J&J Credo
• Maintain Operational Excellence
• Performs process walkthroughs and documenting process narratives and/or process flows
• Evaluates the design and operating effectiveness of key controls and provides recommendation on Finance business operational improvements and efficiencies where appropriate to the cross functional Finance teams via coordination of the SOX 404 PMO
• Assess for SOX 404 control impact for any identified control deficiencies and monitor/test for remediation efforts with process owners through the SOX PMO
• Conduct SOX Testing via interviews and paper trail investigations as required, including the completion of work papers and the summarization of findings and observation in accordance with Department standards and model audit program steps
• Review recommendations with supervisor, SOX PMO, and stakeholders throughout the audit
• Participate in formal meetings to discuss and finalize findings and recommendations
• Plans and performs SOX 404 testing and drive compliance of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements in coordination with SOX 404 Program Management Office (PMO)
• Aligns any audit findings with supervisor and SOX 404 Program Management Office who coordinates with team to align findings with key stakeholders

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Adaptability to new technologies

English (oral and written)

Education

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance or related business field

Job description

About the role

SOX 404 Compliance Senior Analyst will identify, assess design, test, and supervise the company's SOX 404 financial reporting risks. These professionals will focus on the testing of key controls for Management Reporting Companies (MRCs) across J&J. They are to have more engagement with various business partners including senior leaders across the organization and will be the first level critical issue for the compliance professionals. The role is expected to handle various MRCs. They are required to have deep knowledge in finance processes and controls, strong analytical and risk leadership skills. These professionals are expected to optimally test controls and provide clear, concise, testing results to various business partners across the enterprise.

Key responsibilities

• Be aligned with applicable laws and regulations, and follow guidelines in the J&J Credo


• Maintain Operational Excellence


• Performs process walkthroughs and documenting process narratives and/or process flows


• Evaluates the design and operating effectiveness of key controls and provides recommendation on Finance business operational improvements and efficiencies where appropriate to the cross functional Finance teams via coordination of the SOX 404 PMO


• Assess for SOX 404 control impact for any identified control deficiencies and monitor/test for remediation efforts with process owners through the SOX PMO


• Conduct SOX Testing via interviews and paper trail investigations as required, including the completion of work papers and the summarization of findings and observation in accordance with Department standards and model audit program steps


• Review recommendations with supervisor, SOX PMO, and stakeholders throughout the audit


• Participate in formal meetings to discuss and finalize findings and recommendations


• Plans and performs SOX 404 testing and drive compliance of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements in coordination with SOX 404 Program Management Office (PMO)


• Aligns any audit findings with supervisor and SOX 404 Program Management Office who coordinates with team to align findings with key stakeholders

About you

• A minimum of a BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance or other business field


• Generally requires 4-6 years work experience


• Specialized knowledge in underlying business processes and accounting background


• Strong analytical and quantitative skills (ability to measure)


• Accounting background for Payroll and Finance for Risk Management, SOX, and User Access


• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with employees at all levels


• Ability to frame clear and concise communication across all relevant collaborators


• Be open to new ideas, rapid change and embracing new technologies


• Strong oral and written communication skills in English


• CIA, CPA, CMA, CFA or CISA is strongly preferred

About us

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world's most pressing healthcare challenges.