SOX Compliance & Internal Controls Lead
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About the role
Role Responsibilities:
Own and lead the end-to-end SOX / ICFR program, including planning, execution oversight, and reporting
Define and maintain annual SOX risk assessment & scoping as well as materiality thresholds and in-scope processes/systems
Establish and maintain SOX governance frameworks, policies, and standards
Provide regular reporting to Management on SOX program status, risks, and key issues
Provide independent review and challenge control design, testing strategies and execution
Ensure testing performed across the SOX program is risk-based, consistent and audit-ready
Establish and enforce documentation and testing standards
Oversee development and tracking of remediation plans of identified control deficiencies
Ensure timely resolution and appropriate documentation of issues
Liaise with external auditors for SOX-related matters
Provide credible challenge to stakeholders on control design and effectiveness
Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to SOX team members
Optimize the use of AuditBoard as the SOX/GRC platform to support efficient documentation, testing, issue tracking, reporting, and overall program governance.
Education and Experience required:
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Professional designation: CPA (or equivalent)
Minimum 7–10 years of relevant experience in SOX compliance / ICFR programs, Internal controls, Internal audit or risk management
Preferred
Experience in a SEC-regulated public company environment OR Big 4 external audit or SOX advisory
CIA and/or CISA designations would be an asset CISA
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Deep knowledge of the COSO Internal Control Framework
Public company experience
Detail oriented with exceptional documentation skills
Knowledge of IFRS
Advanced proficiency in MS Office
Experience with ERP system, preferably WorkDay
Experience with GRC software, preferably Auditboard
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Good interpersonal skills and ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
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