SOX Compliance Manager – Internal Audit

Responsibilities:-

SOX Audit Project Management and Staff Supervision

• Identify and define key risks and scope, review and analyze evidence, and document client processes and procedures
• Plan, implement, coordinate, and execute all phases of SOX compliance (Includes leading walkthroughs and identifying/validating key controls, developing test procedures, executing and documenting testing, and reporting results to Management, internal, and external audit)
• Update documentation including process flowcharts, process narratives, risk and controls matrix and evaluate controls as new systems are developed and/or process changes
• Manage and detail review SOX testing to ensure testing results are appropriately documented and communicated
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors on the annual SOX testing plan and provide support to them to ensure timely and smooth completion of SOX projects
• Ensure clear, concise, actionable and practical observations and recommendations, with a well-documented process for communication and clearance
• Demonstrates ability to adapt audit approach to changes in the audit plan, company strategy, or department goals
• Ensure that approved audit objectives are met and that adequate coverage is achieved
• Utilizes data analysis to draw conclusions
• Follows up, when necessary, on management action plans and documents status
• Influences client management to drive measurable action plans to address control deficiencies
• Reviews all team written communications such as audit issues, client correspondence, memos, and other working papers that document the procedures performed, findings, and conclusions
• Communicates with the Internal Audit management team on a timely basis to provide progress of audit activity
• Maintains knowledge of Company procedures and updates audit programs as necessary
• Business Unit Relationships and Risk Assessment
• Develops business unit relationships which work to ensure audits address areas of concern relative to the business’ goals and performance objectives
• Interacts with process owners to better understand their business and strategy, demonstrating a commitment to continually improve the organization
• Maintains knowledge of general business and economic developments and gains an understanding of the Company’s industry and related control risks
• Demonstrates innovative contributions to the Company and the Internal Audit Department through leadership on key initiatives, process re-design, and team development
• Strives to add value to the productivity and growth of the team
• Staff Development and Engagement
• Directly responsible for the management and development of senior and staff auditors in the India office.
• Dotted line reporting relationship with the Data Analytics team to provide guidance and additional oversight and guidance
• Works with the Audit Management to develop and retain audit staff, including training, goal setting and performance evaluations
• Trains audit staff on audit standards, department procedures, and technical skills required for their position
• Works with the Audit Management to recruit audit staff, including interviewing
• Manages professional development opportunities, including internal and external training and professional association memberships
• This position is offered on local terms and conditions. Expatriate assignments and sponsorship for employment visas, even on a time-limited visa status, will not be awarded.

Qualification:-

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
• CA or CPA required
• CISA Preferred

Skills:-

• Extensive knowledge of US GAAP, COSO, PCAOB Auditing Standards, Sarbanes-Oxley, risk and controls standards and business process best practices
• Experience in managing teams with Big 4 audit firms highly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Visio, and Outlook
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to communicate effectively, both in written form and orally
• Preference for working experience with data analysis and data analytics tools Extensive knowledge of the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors
• Highly motivated, innovative thinker (self-starter)
• Must be fluent in English (written and spoken)

Experience:-

• 8-10 years’ experience in public accounting required
• 4-6 years’ experience managing or supervising a team required
• Supervisory experience in the transportation field preferred