Senior SOX Auditor

Staff Financial Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial compliance firm based in Atlanta is looking for a Senior SOX Auditor. You'll lead SOX 404 compliance efforts and evaluate internal controls to ensure financial reporting integrity. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience, with strong knowledge of SOX compliance. This is a full-time position in a corporate office environment, emphasizing cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in internal/external audit or internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance and audit testing practices.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the SOX 404 compliance process including walkthroughs and testing.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Document control deficiencies and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate across departments to address audit findings.
• Collaborate across departments to address audit findings and improve control processes.
• Assist with ICFR testing activities and training initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and support business priorities.

Skills

SOX compliance knowledge

Internal controls evaluation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Senior SOX Auditor

Who: A detail-oriented compliance professional with a strong background in SOX and ICFR.

What: You’ll lead and support SOX 404 compliance efforts, evaluating internal controls and partnering across teams to ensure financial reporting integrity.

When: Hiring immediately for a full-time role.

Where: Based in Atlanta, GA.

Why: To strengthen internal controls, drive audit readiness, and support organizational compliance.

Office Environment: Corporate setting with cross-functional collaboration.

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Position Overview:

The Senior SOX Auditor plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), focusing on Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR). You’ll act as a key liaison between process owners and testing teams, drive improvements, and maintain documentation related to controls and risk assessment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the SOX 404 compliance process including walkthroughs, documentation, testing, and remediation.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls and escalate issues as needed.
• Communicate findings to management and monitor remediation efforts.
• Document control deficiencies and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate across departments to address audit findings and improve control processes.
• Assist with ICFR testing activities and training initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and support business priorities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in internal/external audit or internal controls.
• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance and audit testing practices.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced, evolving environment.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.