Risk and Controls Lead- SOX Control & Compliance II
apex systemsPittsburgh, PA
Risk and Controls Lead- SOX Control & Compliance II
apex systemsPittsburgh, PA
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Overview:
In this role you drive the SOX and ICFR program end-to-end, coordinating risk assessments, control identification, testing, and documentation. You will partner with Finance, Technology, and business teams to ensure controls are properly implemented and auditable. The position focuses on controlling financial reporting risk in a regulated environment and communicating progress to stakeholders and auditors. This is an opportunity to shape control effectiveness and support a high-performing audit-ready culture. Compensation / Benefits medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance ESPP with 401K match after 12 months HSA for HDHP plan EAP with counseling sessions corporate discounts certification prep and professional development opportunities
Responsibilities:
Own end-to-end delivery of SOX/ICFR reviews, including planning, walkthroughs, testing, issue tracking, and reporting Coordinate and perform risk assessments to identify processes, controls, and changes affecting financial reporting risk Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of key SOX controls; document conclusions Lead documentation refresh of narratives, control matrices, flowcharts, and control inventories Coordinate with control owners and stakeholders to collect evidence and complete testing on time Identify control gaps, assess impact, and support remediation planning and validation Act as liaison with internal and external auditors and support the audit lifecycle Prepare concise management updates on progress, risks, issues, and remediation status Provide day-to-day guidance to junior team members on testing methods and documentation standards
Key requirements:
5+ years in SOX testing, internal/external audit, or risk/control roles Strong understanding of SOX/ICFR and financial reporting processes Experience conducting controls testing, walkthroughs, and documenting processes Ability to execute testing independently after process exposure Strong analytical, organizational, and multi-workstream management skills Excellent written and verbal communication across stakeholder levels Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel strong communication stakeholder management analytical mindset SOX/ICFR controls testing documentation management
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Manager
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Occupation
Compliance Managers
Industry
Other Management Consulting Services
Posted
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