SOX Coordinator In office Hybrid or Remote

Longbridge Financial; Paramus (NJ); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is seeking a SOX Coordinator to manage the Sarbanes-Oxley program. This role involves coordinating with control owners, auditors, and management to ensure compliance and effective risk management. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a finance-related degree, and relevant experience in auditing or financial roles. Join a dynamic team and contribute to maintaining robust internal controls while enjoying comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Full benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in a financial or auditing role required.
• Certifications such as CIA, CPA, or CISA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with control owners to validate SOX controls.
• Liaise between control owners and auditors for SOX processes.
• Assist with audit activities and administrative duties related to SOX.

Skills

Planning

Communication

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP packages

Job description

Job Description

The SOX Coordinator supports enterprise risk management and is responsible for administering and facilitating the Company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program, framework, and operation. The role involves effectively identifying, assessing, and reporting on the Company’s risks and risk mitigation related to Internal Controls over Financial Reporting.

Responsibilities

1. Coordinate with control owners to validate that SOX controls are executed timely and in alignment with the approved Risk Control Matrix (RCM).
2. Liaise between control owners and both internal and external auditors to ensure a smooth process for tracking all open audit requests related to SOX, including collecting and distributing support files, working with the appropriate parties to address open items, and escalating late or at-risk items to management.
3. Coordinate with internal and external auditors and proactively participate in the management’s assessment of internal controls over financial reporting and any planned reliance by external auditors on internal audit testing.
4. Coordinate the delivery of support for remediation of findings and deficiencies identified by internal and external auditors.
5. Assist with various audit activities and administrative duties related to SOX, such as scheduling meetings, ensuring timely receipt of information by auditors, etc.
6. Provide reports on the status of controls and other SOX-related items for management as needed.
7. Assist with other risk-related duties, SOX initiatives, or related tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to multi-task effectively.
• Solution-oriented problem solver.
• Proactive self-starter.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Solid working knowledge of GAAP is preferred.
• Must have a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required.
• 2-3 years’ experience in a financial or auditing role is required; experience within a public company is preferred.
• Certifications such as CIA, CPA, or CISA are preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of internal controls and the COSO framework is preferred.
• Experience supervising SOX project management is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP packages is required.
• A combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is acceptable.

Additional Information

• Full benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Work in a growing and dynamic industry
• LBF is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disabled employer
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