IT SOX Analyst I/II

Bank of Hawaii; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of Hawaii seeks an Individual Contributor to support SOX compliance, testing, and ICFR documentation while coordinating with stakeholders under general direction.

The role involves testing control evidence in AuditBoard, identifying process gaps, and assisting with 302/404 certification alongside internal and external auditors. It requires strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 2 years of experience for Level I or 4+ years for Level II in SOX, audit, or related fields.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiar with SOX ICFR and bank accounting practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support SOX testing and documentation of controls in AuditBoard under established procedures.
• Review financial statements to identify items subject to SOX testing and understand control linkages.
• Assist business units in documenting internal controls and meeting control documentation requirements.
• Support SOX Section 302 and 404 certification activities by reviewing questionnaires and coordinating with stakeholders and auditors.
• Identify control gaps and escalate concerns; participate in remediation planning and process improvements.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

AuditBoard

Microsoft Office

Job description

As an Individual Contributor, this role supports the coordination, testing, and documentation of Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance activities to help ensure the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting. The role contributes to compliance efforts by assisting with control testing, documentation, and stakeholder coordination under general direction while maintaining professionalism and a strong service orientation.

Responsibilities

• SOX Control Testing and Documentation: Supports the testing of SOX controls and updates control documentation in AuditBoard under established procedures and guidance. Assists in validating evidence and ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and current.
• Financial Reporting Support: Reviews financial statements to help identify relevant line items and processes subject to SOX testing. Assists in understanding control linkages across key financial reporting areas.
• Internal Control Support: Assists business units in identifying and documenting internal controls that support key financial processes. Provides guidance on standard control documentation expectations and requirements.
• Compliance Coordination: Supports SOX Section 302 and 404 certification activities by reviewing control questionnaires and assisting with follow‑up items. Coordinates with internal stakeholders and external auditors to gather requested documentation and respond to routine inquiries.
• Issue Identification and Escalation: Identifies potential control issues or documentation gaps and escalates concerns to senior team members. Participates in discussions related to remediation planning and process improvements.
• Performs other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Equivalent work experience or certification(s) may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Level is dependent on years of experience and size/complexity of prior positions held.
• Level I: Minimum 2 years of experience in SOX compliance, audit, internal controls, IT controls, or a related risk or assurance function.
• Level II: Minimum 4 years of experience in SOX compliance, audit, internal controls, IT controls, financial reporting, or a related risk or assurance function.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with SOX requirements and internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), including documentation of controls, support of compliance testing activities, and familiarity with bank accounting practices and applicable SEC rules and regulations.
• Intermediate knowledge and skill proficiency in analytical thinking, cross‑functional collaboration, customer experience, and project management.
• Basic knowledge and skill proficiency in business acumen, continuous improvement, corporate governance, decision making & judgement, internal auditing, internal controls, laws & regulations, and risk control.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, problem solving skills and the ability to manage routine priorities.

As a Bank of Hawaii employee, you ensure (or assist with ensuring) compliance with applicable laws, regulations, regulatory requirements and Bank policies and procedures, including but not limited to those related to Fair Banking, Anti-Money Laundering laws and regulations, Bank Secrecy Act and USA PATRIOT Act.

Delivering exceptional customer experiences is at the heart of what we do at Bank of Hawaii. We listen, understand and deliver what our customers need to help them build a better tomorrow.

We are an EEO/AA employer, including disability and veterans. For Bank of Hawaii's full EEO statement, please visit https://www.boh.com/careers.