Senior SOX & Internal Controls Leader

WidePoint Corporation; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

WidePoint Corporation seeks a Senior Manager, SOX & Internal Controls to lead its SOX and IC program in Fairfax, VA. The role requires coordinating risk assessments, control documentation, testing, remediation, and audit readiness across Finance, IT, Legal, and Operations.

The ideal candidate will drive COSO-based ICFR, manage external auditors, and oversee 404(b) readiness while promoting efficient governance and reporting to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.
• 8–12 years of progressive experience in SOX compliance, internal controls or related disciplines.
• Experience coordinating with external auditors, Internal Audit, and cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SOX compliance program, including 404(b) readiness and control documentation.
• Coordinate annual SOX scoping, risk assessments, and ITGC evaluations across functions.
• Develop and maintain SOX risk matrices, RACMs, and supporting documentation.
• Manage governance dashboards, status reports, and remediation tracking.
• Serve as primary liaison with external auditors and PBC requests; ensure audit readiness.

Skills

SOX compliance

Internal Controls

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Audits coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Workiva

Job description

WidePoint Corporation seeks a Senior Manager, SOX & Internal Controls to lead its SOX and IC program in Fairfax, VA. The role requires coordinating risk assessments, control documentation, testing, remediation, and audit readiness across Finance, IT, Legal, and Operations.

The ideal candidate will drive COSO-based ICFR, manage external auditors, and oversee 404(b) readiness while promoting efficient governance and reporting to executive leadership.