Director, SOX Compliance

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What You'll Do:

We are seeking a highly technical and strategic Director of SOX Compliance to lead and mature our SOX program in a complex, fast-evolving technology environment. This role will own the end-to-end SOX compliance framework, with particular emphasis on scalable controls. This leader will partner closely with Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Operations, and external auditors to build a best-in-class compliance program that enables growth while maintaining a strong and efficient control environment. Success in this role requires deep technical SOX expertise, strong executive presence, operational rigor, and the ability to navigate highly integrated technology ecosystems.

In this role, you will:

SOX Program Leadership & Optimization

• Lead the end-to-end SOX compliance program, driving continuous improvement and maturation
• Assess and enhance our scoping methodology to ensure appropriate coverage of in-scope systems, processes, and controls
• Refine process narratives, risk-control matrices, and control documentation for clarity and completeness
• Execute risk assessments to validate and prioritize key financial, operational, and IT controls
• Ensure compliance with Section 404(b) of SOX and PCAOB audit standards
• Identify and implement efficiency opportunities while maintaining control effectiveness

Education & Organizational Development

• Develop and deliver SOX training programs for employees at all levels, from executives to process owners
• Create educational materials, playbooks, and resources to build SOX literacy across the organization
• Serve as the go-to SOX subject matter expert, providing guidance and answering complex technical questions
• Build a culture of controls awareness and compliance accountability

Testing & Remediation

• Design and execute comprehensive control testing programs (design and operating effectiveness)
• Identify control deficiencies, assess severity, and drive timely remediation with process owners
• Document testing results, deficiencies, and management responses with precision and clarity
• Track remediation efforts and validate effectiveness of corrective actions
• Ensure lessons learned inform ongoing improvements

Governance & Reporting

• Report regularly to the Head of SOX, CAO, and SteerCo on SOX program status, risks, and deficiencies
• Prepare management's assessment of ICFR effectiveness for SEC filings
• Develop executive-level dashboards and metrics to provide transparency into compliance status
• Build confidence with leadership and the Audit Committee through clear, proactive communication

External Audit Management

• Serve as primary liaison with external auditors for SOX-related matters
• Coordinate audit planning, walkthroughs, testing, and issue resolution
• Provide timely,