SOX Manager

Rylem Staffing; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement savings with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rylem Staffing is seeking an experienced SOX Manager in the Bellevue area to lead the Sarbanes-Oxley program and ensure effective internal controls over financial reporting. You will interact with senior management, external auditors, and finance teams across locations to drive timely 404 compliance and governance.

The role requires a strong background in accounting controls, public company audits, and risk assessment.

Qualifications

• Big Four public accounting experience and/or internal audit experience in a publicly traded company highly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience.
• Experience with internal controls, SOX 404 compliance, and audit management systems.
• Outstanding communication skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Ability to coordinate and negotiate effectively with various internal and external stakeholders, ranging from staff to vice president levels.
• Working knowledge of SEC rules and regulations and internal accounting control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) procedures to ensure compliance.
• Oversee SOX methodology, reporting, and compliance for designated locations, entities, and divisions.
• Support SOX 404 compliance efforts by developing appropriate practices and processes to ensure timely annual completion.
• Assist with or execute scoping and scheduling activities for SOX 404 compliance.
• Provide training to testers and other SOX auditors on the SOX program.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditor inquiries and address audit comments.
• Collaborate with the Internal Audit group as needed, including participating as a guest auditor or reviewing workpapers.
• Assist with the testing and review of COSO Entity Level Controls.
• Monitor and validate the completion of remediation testing for audit findings.
• Support audit committee and controller organization conferences.
• Assist in managing the audit management system.
• Help develop dashboards that improve visibility into internal audit and SOX 404 compliance.
• Champion the Accounting and Financial Reporting macro business process.
• Build effective working relationships with Finance, Accounting, and Operations stakeholders.
• Participate in special projects focused on improving business processes and adding value to the organization.

Skills

SOX compliance

Internal controls

Audit management systems

Tableau

Communication skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Tableau

Audit management systems

Job description

The SOX Manager is a highly visible position that involves significant interaction with senior management within the Controller’s organization, as well as regular engagement with divisions, subsidiaries, external auditors, and corporate accounting teams.

This role is responsible for managing and executing the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Program to ensure the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting. The position also requires extensive coordination and collaboration with external auditors.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Manage and direct Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) procedures to ensure compliance.
• Oversee SOX methodology, reporting, and compliance for designated locations, entities, and divisions.
• Support SOX 404 compliance efforts by developing appropriate practices and processes to ensure timely annual completion.
• Assist with or execute scoping and scheduling activities for SOX 404 compliance.
• Provide training to testers and other SOX auditors on the SOX program.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditor inquiries and address audit comments.
• Facilitate and assist with fraud risk assessments.
• Collaborate with the Internal Audit group as needed, including participating as a guest auditor or reviewing workpapers.
• Assist with the testing and review of COSO Entity Level Controls.
• Monitor and validate the completion of remediation testing for audit findings.
• Support audit committee and controller organization conferences.
• Assist in managing the audit management system.
• Help develop dashboards that improve visibility into internal audit and SOX 404 compliance.
• Champion the Accounting and Financial Reporting macro business process.
• Build effective working relationships with Finance, Accounting, and Operations stakeholders.
• Participate in special projects focused on improving business processes and adding value to the organization.

Qualifications

• Big Four public accounting experience and/or internal audit experience in a publicly traded company highly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience.
• Experience with internal controls, SOX 404 compliance, and audit management systems.
• Experience working with Tableau is a plus.
• Outstanding communication skills and strong analytical abilities.
• Ability to coordinate and negotiate effectively with various internal and external stakeholders, ranging from staff to vice president levels.
• Working knowledge of SEC rules and regulations and internal accounting control procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects from beginning to end.
• Strong project management skills to ensure successful and timely project completion.
• Demonstrated professionalism and the ability to quickly establish credibility.
• Commitment to continuous process improvement, with the ability to oversee multiple priorities while maintaining a big-picture perspective and attention to detail.
• Deadline-driven, proactive, and self-motivated.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel as required.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Competitive salary and retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative environment with experienced professionals.