Process & Controls SOX – Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Oversee teams in various locations managing SOX engagements, which includes scoping, testing design, testing effectiveness, and reporting.

• Provide guidance to staff and senior team members on assessments related to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.

• Lead initiatives for control rationalization, standardization, and redesign of controls.

• Assess control gaps, offer recommendations, and monitor remediation efforts.

• Establish budgets, monitor actuals, and plan resources and schedules efficiently.

• Independently manage relationships with client process owners.

• Ensure adherence to quality guidelines, turnaround times, and budget constraints.

• Recognize engagement risks and escalate issues as necessary.

• Develop and lead transition plans.

• Direct analytics and benchmarking efforts.

• Propel process automation and foster continuous improvement.

• Cultivate executive-level client relationships and work collaboratively with onshore teams.

• Identify buyers, influencers, and stakeholders to build strong relationships.

• Assist in account management, solution development, RFP/RFI responses, and innovation initiatives.

• Collaborate across service lines and contribute to thought leadership and knowledge sharing.

• Keep abreast of industry news, tools, and trends.

• Manage engagement budgets while adhering to quality and risk protocols.

• Set team objectives, encourage teamwork and innovation, and facilitate workshops and technical training.

• Mentor and coach junior team members while supporting their performance development.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 7 years of experience in a Big 4 firm, professional services, or relevant industry in risks and controls.

• At least 4 years of experience with SOX/internal controls.

• Profound understanding of the SOX and COSO frameworks.

• Strong academic background with a degree in Business, Accounting, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.

• Proficient in MS Office Suite, with skills in data analysis and validation.

• Excellent multi-project management capabilities.

• Exceptional proficiency in both spoken and written English.

• Strong interpersonal, leadership, teamwork, and collaboration skills.

• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and deliverables.

• Strong cognitive problem-solving and rapid decision-making skills.

• Capable of managing complex situations with composure.

• Innovative mindset with the ability to think outside the box.

• Willingness to travel globally and adapt to onsite requirements as necessary.

• CIA certification is preferred and advantageous.

• Experience with a Big 4 firm is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Support, coaching, and constructive feedback from engaging colleagues.

• Opportunities for skill development and career advancement.

• Flexibility and autonomy to approach the role in a way that suits you best.

• Education and guidance paired with practical experience.

• A personalized progression plan.

• Engaging and stimulating assignments.

• An interdisciplinary environment focused on high quality and knowledge exchange.