Internal Audit SOX Associate Manager

You will manage and oversee the outsourced BPO team executing internal controls testing for SOX/ICFR, translating audit plans into clear testing assignments, and reviewing testing workpapers for quality and completeness. You will coordinate walkthroughs with business partners and external auditors, drive deficiency remediation through root cause analysis and validation testing, monitor testing progress and report status, and perform targeted hands-on testing for higher-risk areas. You will use AI and automation tools responsibly to improve audit efficiency while applying human-in-the-loop practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the BPO team executing internal controls testing
• Translate the SOX audit plan into clear testing assignments
• Review BPO-prepared testing workpapers for accuracy and completeness
• Coordinate and support process walkthroughs with business partners and external auditors
• Serve as primary point of contact for BPO questions on testing and evidence
• Monitor and report testing progress and prepare status dashboards and metrics
• Identify audit issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive SOX deficiencies to closure
• Build and maintain positive relationships with Finance, IT, Compliance, BPO leadership, and external auditors
• Perform targeted hands-on walkthroughs and testing for higher-risk or complex areas
• Use generative AI and automation tools responsibly and apply human-in-the-loop practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of accounting, financial audit, or SOX/ICFR experience with substantial SOX 404 testing
• Professional certification such as CPA or CIA strongly preferred
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP, SOX, COSO, risks and controls
• Experience in Big 4 or large public company audit with SOX audit leadership
• Demonstrated people management or team leadership experience, including managing outsourced/BPO teams
• Proficiency in Google Suite and strong Excel/Sheets skills with large data sets
• Experience using AI and automation tools to enhance audit planning, testing, and documentation
• Ability to partner across Finance, IT, Compliance, BPO leadership, and External Audit globally
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Equity
• Bonus eligibility
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance