Global SOX & Internal Controls Director

Indiana Ag Connection; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Two weeklong shutdowns (US)

8-week parental leave

Employee Resource Groups

Annual bonus offering

Flexible work arrangements

401K matching

Job summary

Elanco is seeking a Senior Director of the Financial Controls Organization (FCO) to lead the global Sarbanes-Oxley (SOx) compliance program, drive internal control excellence, and coordinate with CAS, IT, and external auditors. This role focuses on risk assessment, scope definition, and control optimization across the enterprise.

You will guide process owners and senior leaders, advocate for AI and automation-enabled improvements, and ensure timely remediation while maintaining strong governance

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of financial processes (O2C, P2P, RTR, Treasury)
• Experience implementing SOx controls and working with ERP systems
• Public accounting background preferred with 4+ years in the profession
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with external auditors

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee Global SOx Compliance program and annual scope
• Lead SOx Steering Committee, CAS, EY coordination and reporting
• Provide internal control consultation on changes to processes and controls
• Drive process improvement, data analytics, and automation to strengthen risk coverage and efficiency

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA or Chartered Accountant

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Elanco is seeking a Senior Director of the Financial Controls Organization (FCO) to lead the global Sarbanes-Oxley (SOx) compliance program, drive internal control excellence, and coordinate with CAS, IT, and external auditors. This role focuses on risk assessment, scope definition, and control optimization across the enterprise.

You will guide process owners and senior leaders, advocate for AI and automation-enabled improvements, and ensure timely remediation while maintaining strong governance