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A leading company seeks a SOX Compliance Manager for a remote 5-month contract role. You will design and implement business process controls to ensure SOX compliance, working closely with teams on new products and financial reporting. Ideal candidates are execution-focused, with strong financial accuracy and collaboration skills. CPA certification is preferred, and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
SOX Compliance Manager (Business Process Focus)
Financial Reporting & Controls Team
This is a 5-month, full-time (40 hours/week), remote contract role. Candidates may be based in any U.S., with required core availability between 10:00am-2:00pm PST.
This role supports the design and implementation of business process controls to ensure SOX compliance for internal control over financial reporting (ICFR). You will serve as a subject matter expert in SOX compliance, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders during new product launches, business changes, and non-routine transactions. This is an individual contributor role ideal for someone execution-focused, organized, and collaborative.
Please note: Although the title includes "Manager," this is not a people management role.
Minimum 6 years of combined experience across all three areas below (not just public accounting):
Experience with a public accounting firm
Compliance or internal audit experience
Experience at a publicly traded company
Passion for financial accuracy, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
Familiar with SOX requirements, ASC 606, SEC reporting, and PCAOB standards
Skilled in collaborating with business leaders, auditors, and control owners
Able to work independently while managing competing priorities and deadlines
Flexible and adaptable to product and business evolution
Strong written and verbal communication with excellent stakeholder coordination
Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and documentation skills
Soft Skills:
Autonomous and execution-oriented
Highly organized and deadline-driven
Effective communicator across functions
Goal-oriented and reliable under pressure
Pluses:
CPA certification (strongly preferred)
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is a plus, though equivalent experience may substitute
Prior experience using AuditBoard or similar auditing platforms
In this role, you will partner with business teams to assess and implement SOX-compliant processes for financial reporting.
You'll focus on new product initiatives and evolving business operations, ensuring that internal control designs are scalable and effective.
This includes:
Collaborating with control owners to design and document SOX-compliant procedures
Reviewing new products and business activities for financial control impacts
Identifying internal control gaps and developing remediation plans
Coordinating with IT SOX Compliance for systems-related control implementation
Supporting testing, documentation, and reporting with internal and external audit teams
Assisting with automation and application control implementation across teams
Monitoring compliance issues and driving continuous process improvements
You will also ensure strong documentation, maintain alignment with legal and financial standards, and provide critical input to ensure SOX compliance is embedded into operations from day one.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred
Background in public accounting, audit, and compliance within a publicly traded company
Experience with SOX program design and execution, especially for new products or business lines
Knowledge of financial reporting standards, internal controls, and audit methodologies
Experience with AuditBoard or similar auditing systems a plus
The pay for this W-2 position ranges from $44.38- $47.20 per hour. This position may be eligible for PTO, health and dental insurance, and/or 401(k) benefits upon meeting certain length of service and hours requirements.
Mathys+Potestio values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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