SOX Program Manager

Job Description

Job Title: SOX Program Manager

Location: Seattle, Portland, Boise, Santa Rosa, Irvine, Gardenia (Los Angeles)

Category: Risk and Compliance

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary:

The SOX Program Manager is responsible for providing technical expertise and leadership for the organization's SOX Compliance Program and internal control framework. This role oversees and guides business unit leaders to ensure internal controls are effectively designed, documented, and tested in compliance with applicable standards. The position also coordinates with internal and external auditors and reports on SOX compliance status to senior leadership and other key stakeholders. This role participates in broader Enterprise Risk Management activities across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and oversee the implementation, execution, and continuous improvement of the SOX Compliance Program.

Partner with business process owners to assess and enhance internal controls and ensure accountability for risk management.

Plan, coordinate, and manage the organization's annual SOX 404 compliance assessment.

Evaluate and maintain control documentation including risk/control matrices, process narratives, and flowcharts.

Develop and deliver SOX-related communications, training, and status reporting.

Perform and lead risk/control assessments of financial processes and IT systems.

Coordinate testing efforts and walkthroughs with Internal Audit.

Support use and enhancement of GRC software tools related to SOX compliance.

Serve as liaison with external auditors and regulatory agencies during SOX audits and assessments.

Track and escalate exceptions, coordinate remediation activities, and report deficiencies.

Communicate with senior leadership and the Audit Committee regarding program status, key risks, and remediation efforts.

Facilitate annual control certifications and management sign-offs.

Participate in risk evaluations for new processes, systems, and products.

Support collection and analysis of risk-related data to inform enterprise risk decision-making.

Ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable regulatory frameworks and internal policies.

Qualifications:

Education & Certifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

CPA, CIA, or equivalent professional certification required.

Skills & Experience:

5–10 years of experience in internal controls, audit, financial reporting, or public accounting (preferably with a Big 4 or similar firm).

Strong knowledge of internal control concepts, including COSO and PCAOB standards.

Proven ability to work in a complex, highly regulated financial services environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare reports and present to executives.

Proficiency in using GRC systems and standard business applications (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Effective project management skills; ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.

High level of organizational awareness and ability to collaborate across departments and levels of leadership.

Benefits Include:

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Comprehensive health insurance

Bonus and stock option programs

7% 401(k) employer match

Paid parental leave

Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care spending accounts

Full-time