Senior SOX Analyst: Controls & Risk Ownership

Financeroles; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

KeyCorp in Ohio seeks a Senior Analyst to own and execute core SOX program components, including risk assessment support, walkthrough execution, documentation, and stakeholder coordination. The role emphasizes independent ownership while collaborating with program leadership for guidance on complex judgments.

You will lead walkthroughs, evaluate control design, coordinate audit deliverables, and communicate risks and timelines to business, finance, and technology stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
• 3–5+ years of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or risk/compliance roles.
• Foundational understanding of SOX frameworks, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Own execution of SOX activities for assigned processes or applications, including documentation, walkthrough support, and coordination.
• Drive preparation and maintenance of key SOX artifacts (e.g., walkthroughs, control inventories, and supporting documentation).
• Assess issues identified through testing or audit activities and coordinate remediation approaches with stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with business, finance, and technology stakeholders across assigned areas.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Independent ownership

Analytical mindset

Accountability and ownership

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field

Job description

KeyCorp in Ohio seeks a Senior Analyst to own and execute core SOX program components, including risk assessment support, walkthrough execution, documentation, and stakeholder coordination. The role emphasizes independent ownership while collaborating with program leadership for guidance on complex judgments.

You will lead walkthroughs, evaluate control design, coordinate audit deliverables, and communicate risks and timelines to business, finance, and technology stakeholders.