Senior Sox Auditor

The Senior SOX Auditor will be responsible for executing Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance testing, operational and financial audits, and supporting internal control improvements across various business cycles. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and cross-functionally. The position involves collaboration with global teams, including EMEA and APAC, and may require flexible working hours to accommodate international meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct walkthroughs of business cycles using existing flowcharts and Risk and Control Matrices (RCMs); update documentation annually or as processes evolve.
• Assess process and control effectiveness during walkthroughs and document new cycles as needed.
• Perform SOX testing across business cycles such as FSCP, PTP, OTC, Inventory Management, Payroll, Financial Close, Treasury, and Tax, adhering to defined test attributes and guidance.
• Execute key report testing and ensure comprehensive and timely documentation.
• Identify and develop testing programs for key controls as processes mature.
• Maintain and update the Risk Control Matrix and deficiency tracker; monitor progress on control deficiencies.
• Conduct operational and financial audits with senior team members; prepare audit work papers and reports with findings and recommendations.
• Formulate and communicate recommendations to management for control improvements.
• Ensure consistent quality in SOX testing and documentation, including tracking and monitoring deficiencies.
• Collect and analyze data, conduct interviews, and assist in communicating audit/SOX results and follow-up actions.
• Lead meetings with location management to discuss SOX testing results and suggest process improvements.
• Participate in special projects as assigned by management.
• Conduct physical inventory counts or cycle counts as needed, ensuring audit/SOX-compliant documentation.
• Collaborate with EMEA and APAC SOX teams; attend meetings during early mornings or evenings as required.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of the COSO framework, SOX (Sections 302 and 404), financial reporting risks, internal controls, US GAAP, and IFRS.
• Experience with SAP is highly desired.
• Prior public accounting experience is preferred.
• Experience in the manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry is required.
• Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards, compliance and substantive testing techniques, and audit sampling methods.
• Effective oral and written communication, analytical, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience with internal accounting controls and SOX compliance.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Project management skills with a focus on timely task completion and risk assessment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5-7 years of experience in internal/external auditing and SOX compliance.
• Experience in a manufacturing/CPG environment.
• Professional certifications preferred: CPA, CA, CIA, CISA, CFE, MBA.
• Big Four public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Sarbanes-Oxley experience is required.