Sr. Manager, IT SOX Compliance

Join a dynamic, multi-brand organization as a senior leader responsible for strengthening IT compliance and safeguarding the integrity of financial reporting. In this remote role, you will lead the execution and continuous improvement of the IT Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program across systems, applications, and infrastructure. You will oversee IT General Controls (ITGCs), assess risks, and ensure internal controls meet regulatory and audit requirements. Working closely with IT teams, business stakeholders, and external auditors, you will drive accountability, resolve control deficiencies, and support timely remediation. Your expertise will help enhance governance, improve operational effectiveness, and establish consistent compliance practices across the organization. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced IT audit and compliance professional who combines technical knowledge, strategic thinking, and collaborative leadership.

• Professional experience: At least 10 years of experience in IT audit, IT compliance, or IT SOX compliance, including a thorough understanding of IT General Control objectives.

• Leadership experience: A minimum of 3–5 years in an IT SOX management role, with experience overseeing compliance programs, coordinating stakeholders, and driving remediation activities.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Certifications: At least one relevant certification or credential is required, such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), ITIL, CRISC, or an equivalent risk-focused qualification.

• Regulatory and control frameworks: Strong knowledge of SOX Section 404, the COSO framework, and IT control frameworks such as COBIT or NIST.

• Governance and audit tools: Experience using governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) platforms and audit management tools, such as Oracle GRC or AuditBoard.

• Cloud and SaaS expertise: Familiarity with cloud environments, including AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Microsoft Azure, as well as SOC evaluations for SaaS providers.

• Enterprise systems knowledge: Experience with ERP platforms such as Oracle, SAP, or Workday, along with IT infrastructure and tools including password vaults, ticketing systems, single sign-on (SSO), Active Directory, and data warehouses.

• Communication and collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, explain technical control requirements to non-technical stakeholders, and build productive relationships with auditors and control owners.

• Analytical and organizational skills: Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational abilities, effective prioritization, and a proven capacity to meet deadlines in a complex environment.

• Change management and ownership: Demonstrated ability to influence organizational change, take responsibility for outcomes, resolve issues proactively, and drive compliance initiatives through to completion.