SOX & Audit Specialist

Role Overview: You will be joining our team as an experienced SOX & Audit Specialist. Your role will involve hands-on experience in SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit engagements. Strong analytical and reporting skills will be crucial for this position. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and support SOX 404 compliance programs, including risk assessment, scoping, testing, and remediation. - Perform internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of financial, operational, and compliance controls. - Conduct walkthroughs, document process flows, risk control matrices (RCM), and control design evaluations. - Perform test of design (ToD) and test of effectiveness (ToE) for internal controls. - Identify control deficiencies, gaps, and recommend remediation steps. - Coordinate with process owners, business teams, and external auditors to support audit requirements. - Prepare audit reports, working papers, and maintain proper documentation. - Provide advisory support for process improvements and risk mitigation strategies. Qualifications Required: - 4 - 7 years of relevant experience in SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit engagements. - Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SOX 404, and internal control frameworks (COSO, COBIT, etc.). - Experience in planning, executing, and managing audits across different functions. - Strong understanding of financial reporting risks and internal control testing methodology. - Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) for engaging with stakeholders across regions. - Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and audit tools (e.g., AuditBoard, TeamMate, Archer preferred). - Ability to work in late shifts (2 PM - 12 AM IST) and collaborate with global stakeholders. - Professional certifications like CA, CPA, CIA, CISA are highly preferred (not mandatory). (Note: Any additional details about the company were not provided in the job description.),