Senior Manager, SOX Internal Controls & Business Systems

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, SOX Internal Controls & Business Systems located in Virginia.  The position works closely with the Controller, control owners, auditors, and other stakeholders in support of the company’s internal controls and execution of the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and DFARS Business System programs. 

To be successful, it's important that the individual provide thought leadership in key audit areas, such as risk assessment, internal controls assessments, and other regulatory, operational and compliance initiatives that support a strong internal control environment.   The individual will provide guidance to internal stakeholders including finance, IT, HR, Legal, etc. regarding best internal control practices that minimize risk to the organization and advise on process improvements. 

The Work:

• Oversee the development and execution of the company’s SOX compliance and DFARS Business Systems program while ensuring compliance with regulatory rules and deadlines
• Monitor changing business environment for items that may impact the company
• Lead discussions with control owners and business leads to identify risks and provide guidance on process or policy improvements
• Work collaboratively with control owners to ensure internal controls are adequately designed and implemented
• Lead operating effectiveness testing and review all control deficiency action plans and monitor for complete remediation.   Conclude on the overall operating effectiveness and adequacy of controls
• Prepare management reporting on the internal control environment, including control deficiencies, for Executive Leadership and Audit Committee
• Act as the key point of contact for the company’s external auditors, internal auditors and process owners on all matters related to SOX and DFARS compliance, including evaluation and resolution of identified control deficiencies
• Develop internal control staff through education and training and/or modify and enhance internal controls processes as required by organizational needs
• Must be able to work on a self- initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours when needed

Here Is What You Need:

• Bachelors Degree
• 7 years of audit and/or internal controls experience
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Experience with performing SOX financial statement audits or internal controls experience for public company, including management-level experience
• Extensive knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley requirements (SOX) and the internal control framework (specifically COSO), including IT controls

Bonus Points If:

• Advanced Degree
• 10+ years of industry experience
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint
• Proven ability to manage a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong professional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with senior leadership and auditors.
• Strong project management skills – able to work on multiple projects concurrently

The Extras:

• US Citizen