Manager, SOX & Internal Controls

Caliberr Staffing; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberr Staffing in Pittsburgh, PA, seeks a meticulous Manager of SOX & Internal Controls to safeguard financial reporting and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley mandates. You will lead a skilled team, partner with cross-functional groups, and optimize internal control frameworks in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, annual SOX testing, collaboration with external auditors, and continuous training of staff on best practices, with direct updates to executive

Qualifications

• CPA/CIA desirable.
• 7+ years in auditing, compliance, or internal controls (SOX).
• Strong understanding of internal control structures and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and supervise a high-performing team.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct the creation, execution, and upkeep of comprehensive SOX compliance initiatives.
• Conduct thorough risk evaluations to pinpoint opportunities for strengthening internal control systems.
• Manage the yearly SOX testing cycle to ensure documentation is precise and deadlines are met.
• Work with external auditors to streamline review of internal control environment.
• Educate and mentor personnel on SOX and internal controls best practices.
• Deliver updates to executive leadership on the state of internal controls.

Skills

SOX Compliance

Internal Controls

Audit

Leadership

Education

CPA or CIA desirable

Tools

Audit software

MS Office

Job description

Role Summary

Based in Pittsburgh, PA, we are looking for a meticulous Manager of SOX & Internal Controls to uphold the accuracy of our financial reporting and ensure strict adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley mandates. You will be responsible for guiding a skilled group, partnering with cross-functional teams, and optimizing our internal control frameworks. We invite candidates who are enthusiastic about compliance and excel in fast-paced settings to join our organization.

Core Duties

• Direct the creation, execution, and upkeep of comprehensive SOX compliance initiatives.
• Conduct thorough risk evaluations to pinpoint opportunities for strengthening internal control systems.
• Manage the yearly SOX testing cycle to ensure all documentation is precise and deadlines are met.
• Work alongside external audit partners to streamline the review of our internal control environment.
• Educate and mentor personnel on the latest best practices regarding SOX and internal controls.
• Deliver insightful updates to executive leadership regarding the current state of internal controls.
• Monitor evolving regulatory requirements and market developments to maintain organizational compliance.
• Promote a workplace environment that prioritizes individual accountability and ongoing process refinement.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a comparable discipline; holding a CPA or CIA is highly desirable.
• Minimum of seven years of professional background in auditing, compliance, or internal controls, specifically within SOX.
• Deep understanding of internal control structures and financial reporting standards.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and supervise a high-performing team.
• Advanced capacity for analytical thinking and resolving complex issues.
• Superior verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Capacity to engage with various departments to drive consensus and influence key stakeholders.
• Competency in Microsoft Office tools and experience utilizing audit-specific software.

Essential proficiencies include:

• CPA Certification
• Background in Financial Auditing
• Expertise in Financial Services
• SOX Compliance