SOX Director

Description We are looking for an experienced SOX Director to oversee and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley regulations for our organization in Charlotte, North Carolina.

This role is critical in maintaining a strong internal control environment, aligning with regulatory standards, and supporting management certifications.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive expertise in governance frameworks, risk assessments, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities: - Develop and manage the company's comprehensive SOX compliance framework, including methodology and annual compliance schedules.

- Conduct scoping, materiality assessments, and risk evaluations in alignment with public company standards and regulatory expectations.

- Ensure adherence to the 2013 COSO principles, interpretive guidance, and evolving regulatory requirements.

- Maintain formal documentation, policies, and procedures that meet external auditor reliance standards.

- Perform quarterly and annual risk assessments for entity-level and financial controls, ensuring thorough oversight.

- Independently evaluate control designs and operational effectiveness, providing critical review of management's risk identification processes.

- Classify and assess control deficiencies, including significant deficiencies and material weaknesses, based on established criteria.

- Collaborate with Internal Audit and management teams to develop, implement, and validate timely remediation plans.

- Lead communication with external auditors and Audit Committee members regarding SOX-related matters.

- Partner with accounting, IT, financial reporting, and compliance teams to foster a strong culture of governance and accountability.

Requirements - Minimum of 10 years of experience in SOX compliance, internal controls, or related fields.

- Expertise in control testing, risk assessment, and financial reporting processes.

- Strong knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley regulations, COSO framework, and ITGC standards.

- CPA certification or an equivalent qualification is highly preferred.

- Proven track record working within or in collaboration with Big 4 accounting firms.

- Exceptional ability to evaluate control deficiencies and implement effective remediation strategies.

- Experience managing cross-functional teams and building strong partnerships across departments.

- Excellent communication and leadership skills to interface with auditors, committees, and senior management.

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