SOX Manager

Overview

This role is responsible for the day-to-day execution and continuous improvement of the organization’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Section 404 compliance program, with a focus on Business Process and IT Application Controls (ITAC). As business activity grows, the position partners closely with business process and ITAC control owners to maintain a robust Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) environment and supports stakeholders in maintaining SOX controls.

Responsibilities

SOX Program Management & Execution

• Lifecycle management: Lead the annual SOX compliance lifecycle for business processes and ITAC, including scoping, risk assessment, documentation (narratives, flowcharts, Risk & Control Matrices), testing coordination, and deficiency remediation.
• Risk assessment & scoping: Perform annual qualitative and quantitative risk assessment to identify significant accounts, relevant assertions, and key controls; proactively adjust SOX scope to reflect business growth or process changes.
• Audit coordination: Serve as the primary point of contact and liaison between management, control owners, Internal Audit, and External Auditors for all SOX-related matters to support a coordinated, efficient, and cost-effective audit process.
• Deficiency management: Evaluate control deficiencies and process enhancements; partner with business process and ITAC owners to develop actionable remediation plans and track progress to ensure timely resolution.

Process Optimization & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Control rationalization: Identify opportunities to streamline operations, eliminate redundant controls, and increase utilization of automated controls or GRC tools.
• Stakeholder engagement: Provide guidance, coaching, and training on control responsibilities to business process and ITAC owners.
• Change management: Assess and manage the SOX impact of new financial systems, workflow updates, or corporate transformation initiatives.
• Policy & standardization: Support development and alignment of policies to ensure harmonized processes across business units.

Audit Coordination & Reporting

• Audit liaison (walkthroughs and evidence): Coordinate walkthroughs, evidence gathering, and follow-ups between management, control owners, Internal Audit, and External Auditors.
• PMO & consultant management: Manage the SOX project timeline and track milestones; manage external auditors as needed.
• Status reporting: Prepare regular status updates, control deficiency summaries, and remediation progress reports for management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in a large public accounting firm (Audit or Advisory) or in Fintech/similar industries, specifically focused on SOX 404 audits and ICFR for large accelerated filers.
• Strong familiarity with high-growth environments (Fintech or technology sector experience is a major plus).
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is strongly preferred. CISA is a plus.
• Deep understanding of SOX Section 404, the COSO framework, and PCAOB auditing standards.
• Experience navigating and evaluating controls within major ERP and enterprise systems (e.g., NetSuite) is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background with SOX requirements and ICFR in enterprise environments supporting rapid change.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary ranges (by geographic zone)

• Zone 1: San Francisco Bay Area CA (includes HQ), New York City, Seattle, Los Angeles County: $114,400—$142,500 USD
• Zone 2: CA (Non San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles County), Austin TX, Massachusetts: $103,000—$128,200 USD
• Zone 3: Utah (includes Utah office), Dallas TX, Houston TX, Florida, North Carolina, Illinois, Colorado, Arizona, Georgia, Oregon, Pennsylvania: $97,200—$121,100 USD

Benefits package (includes)

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending & health savings account
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• HSA & FSA accounts
• Long & Short-term disability coverage
• 11+ observed holidays and wellness days and flexible time off
• Wellness & fitness initiatives
• Employee recognition and referral programs

Location

Remote-first, with office spaces in San Jose, CA and Draper, UT. Opportunities to connect in person when needed.

Work Authorization

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.