Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Manager or Senior Manager with deep expertise in Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and SOX compliance to lead and oversee client engagements. The ideal candidate will direct SOX program activities, review documentation and testing, evaluate control design and operating effectiveness, and provide advisory support to Finance, IT, and the business.

This role is well-suited for individuals with strong leadership experience in public company environments, professional services, consulting, external audit, or Big 4 firms. Candidates with a CPA designation are preferred.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SOX/ICFR compliance programs for large public companies

• Oversee annual planning, scoping, and program execution

• Review process documentation, risk/control matrices, and workpapers prepared by Consultants and Senior Consultants

• Review tests of design and operating effectiveness; assess quality and conclusions

• Evaluate control design, identify deficiencies, and assess remediation needs

• Lead remediation planning and monitor corrective action plans through completion

• Act as a key liaison with Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and external auditors

• Provide strategic guidance on process improvements and control optimization

• Manage, coach, and develop junior team members

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Qualifications & Experience

• 5–12+ years of experience in SOX/ICFR, Internal Audit, or Risk Advisory

• Strong understanding of COSO and SOX 404

• Background in a professional services firm or Big 4 environment strongly preferred

• Proven experience leading teams and engaging with senior leadership

• CPA, CIA, or equivalent professional designation preferred

• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Math, Computer Science, or related field

  
  Sr. Consultant Internal Controls over Financial reporting (SOX)

  We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Consultant with strong experience in SOX/ICFR programs to support a key client engagement. The Senior Consultant will perform advanced process documentation, testing of design and operating effectiveness, and support remediation and reporting activities. This role requires the ability to work independently while collaborating closely with stakeholders across Finance, IT, and Internal Audit.

  This role is well suited for professionals with prior experience in public companies, professional services firm, external audit, consulting, or Big 4 environments. Candidates who hold a CPA or are pursuing the designation are preferred.

   

   

  Key Responsibilities

• Document detailed narratives, flowcharts, risk/control matrices, and business process controls
• Execute tests of design and operating effectiveness for key SOX controls
• Conduct walkthroughs and obtain supporting evidence from process owners

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  Qualifications & Experience

• 4–7 years of experience in SOX/ICFR, Internal Audit, or Risk Advisory
• Strong understanding of the COSO framework and SOX 404 requirements
• Experience in a professional services environment or Big 4 firm considered an asset
• Demonstrated experience interacting with auditors and senior stakeholders
• CPA, CIA, or equivalent designation preferred or active enrollment
• Excellent communication skills and strong analytical capabilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Math, Computer Science, or related field
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• Identify control deficiencies and support root‑cause analysis
• Assist in developing and monitoring remediation plans
• Support Managers and Senior Managers with reporting and program oversight
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and external auditors
• Provide guidance to Consultants and junior team members, as needed