Manager, SOX Compliance

About CG Oncology, Inc.

Are you ready to make a difference in the world and become part of our patient-centered team that is focused on Attacking Bladder Cancer for a Better Tomorrow? At CG Oncology, we believe that by having exceptionally talented individuals on our team who share our passion and enjoy working together, we can truly achieve our Vision and Mission to benefit patients around the world.

Every day we are making significant advancements across our multiple pipelines and are growing rapidly to meet the needs of our patients who cannot afford to wait to benefit from our novel immunotherapies. Please review this job posting and our Values and if they resonate with you and are what you expect from your organization and team, then we would like to hear from you.

About the role

The Manager, SOX Compliance at CG Oncology will play a critical role in ensuring a strong foundation of SOX compliance, internal controls (including IT), and risk management as the company advances towards commercialization. This role will oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of internal audit processes, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. The  Manager, SOX Compliance will collaborate with cross-functional teams, consultants and external auditors to design and implement effective control frameworks, mitigate risks, and support governance strategies.

Location: Remote

Essential Functions

• Risk assessment – Lead the company’s SOX compliance efforts, including risk assessments, document control procedures (flowcharts and narratives), testing, and remediation of internal controls; Conduct financial and compliance audits to evaluate the effectiveness of processes, identify risks, and recommend improvements.
• Control design and implementation – Develop, implement, and maintain a robust internal controls framework across various business functions to support the company’s growth and transition to commercialization.
• Control testing – Design and execute test plans to assess the effectiveness of key IT and business process controls to ensure that established controls are addressing risks and IT systems are secure and compliant with regulations.
• Audit coordination – Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and alignment with industry best practices; Work closely with consultants and external auditors to facilitate SOX compliance audits, providing necessary documentation and supporting testing activities.
• Compliance reporting – Prepare reports detailing the status of SOX compliance, including identified control deficiencies and remediation progress, and actionable recommendations for management review.
• Training and awareness – Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on relevant SOX controls and compliance expectations; Provide training to IT staff on SOX compliance requirements and best practices related to internal controls.
• System implementation review – Assess the impact of new system implementations on existing controls and identifying necessary adjustments to maintain SOX compliance.
• Policy updates – Stay current with changes in accounting and auditing standards, ensuring the company’s practices remain compliant with industry regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4-6 years of experience in internal auditing, public accounting, or related fields, with a focus on SOX compliance and internal controls.
• Demonstrated expertise in SOX 404 implementation, testing, and compliance, preferably in the biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, COSO framework, SOX regulations and other relevant auditing and financial standards.
• Expertise in IT general controls (ITGC) such as access management, change management, and data integrity controls.
• Experience with audit methodologies and testing techniques.
• Knowledge of various IT systems and applications relevant to financial reporting.
• Experience working in a pre-commercial or commercial biotech environment is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to lead audits and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a dynamic envi