Senior Auditor, Financial Risk & SOX

Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or business discipline. 5+ years of experience in SOX compliance, financial risk management, or internal audit roles In-depth knowledge focused on SOX ICFR, COSO Framework, and baseline understanding of IT risks and controls Experience in public companies and understanding of SEC and PCAOB requirements Entrepreneurial attitude and experience with, or the ability to adapt to, a rapidly growing start-up Ability to document end-to-end processes in a clear and concise narrative and flowchart format Experience efficiently leading internal walkthroughs and effectively coordinating walkthrough between external auditors and stakeholders Experience developing initial audit test procedures based on objectives Experience leading SOX projects, managing teams, and coordinating with external auditors Critical thinking and problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills Strong understanding of end-to-end business processes Experience working with IPE (Information Provided by Entity) Excellent written English communication skills Ability to provide meaningful recommendations Strong rapport and relationship building skills Proven track record working remotely with a dispersed workforce

Assist with annual materiality and SOX risk assessment Assist with implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley policies and procedures Build strong relationships with key stakeholders Collaborate with various departments on controls Update and document initial process narratives and flowcharts Update risk and control matrix (RACM) for year 1 SOX compliance Partner with IT SOX lead on IT general controls (ITGCs) Partner with IT on back-office system implementations Assist with training on SOX requirements Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of SOX compliance workstreams Execute on independent business process and ELC test of design (ToD) and test of operating effectiveness (ToE) Communicate SOX findings and recommendations to senior leadership Advise cross-functional global process owners on end-to-end process redesigns Assist with project management of SOX 404 compliance program, SOC 1 Type 2 audits, and annual IA audit plan Stay informed about industry best practices for financial risk management Monitor emerging regulations and industry standards affecting controls Contribute to the continuous improvement of SOX and risk processes Support internal and external audits Conduct operational internal audit projects Contribute to ongoing development of the ERM, Fraud Risk Management programs Maintain knowledge of generally accepted auditing and accounting standards Participate in special projects