Sox Compliance Lead at Kforce Inc in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client that is seeking a fully remote SOX Compliance Lead to join their team.

Key Tasks:

• Lead SOX readiness assessments for key projects impacting the Quote to Cash process and provide insight in the design of manual and automated controls


• Review Request for Comments (RFCs), Product Requirements Document (PRDs), and Business Requirement Document (BRDs)


• Perform risk assessments and gap analysis


• Own the SOX documentation for the controls identified during the SOX readiness assessment process


• Create, review test cases, and participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT)


• Identify and enable application, manual, and monitoring controls during on a project basis to ensure new projects are SOX compliant


• As a SOX Compliance Lead, you will perform quarterly and annual internal control activities such as updating Risk and Control Matrix and Process Narratives


• Effectively partner with cross-functional leads across the Finance, Engineering, and Support organizations to influence the design and implementation of key and operational controls


• Lead and coordinate Monthly Business Reviews and Quarterly Business Review

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance


• 3-5 years in accounting, audit, or a financial systems-related role


• Experience with SOX system, process, and internal controls assessment and design of internal controls over financial reporting in a SOX compliant environment


• Understanding of the COSO framework and a strong grasp of risk management


• Proven ability to work in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment, and to lead and drive complex SOX compliance initiatives


• Self-starter with good business judgment, strong conviction, and confidence to communicate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders


• Candidate must know key differences between application controls (ITAC), IT General Controls (ITGCs), IT Dependent Manual (ITDMs), and Manual controls

Preferred Qualifications:

• Business process acumen, ideally including an understanding of Quote to Cash processes, how systems support these processes, and the related risks that impact financial reporting


• A versatile and driven team player with strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills


• Knowledge and experience in SAAS and online advertising industries (B2C and B2B)


• Experience in Revenue Accounting

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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