Leads multiple concurrent SOX projects in various maturity stages (new implementation, recurring projects, and limited/defined scope projects).
Executes projects with minimal supervision and seen as the principal point of contact by the client and CFGI leadership.
Sets realistic deadlines with the client and internally with the team.
Schedules and manages teams/individuals of various staff levels based upon project need and scope; provides constructive feedback and develops staff.
Effectively manages workload to meet project milestones and deliver work on-time and on-budget.
Actively manages project budgets; reviews budget-to-actuals, obtains client approval for additional services, and reviews invoices.
Ensures team member timecards are submitted timely and accurately.
Communicates project status frequently to the client and the project’s Partner.
Drafts and reviews control design language, flowcharts, narratives, IPE; determines system(s) and application(s) scoping.
Manages testing, sampling, deficiency evaluation; reviews SOC-1 Type II reports and CUEC mapping, including sub-service organizations.
Provides leadership by example, identifies development opportunities, and is responsible for team morale.
Requirements
10+ years of direct, client service/ client facing experience in commercial audit, risk advisory, or technical accounting, with at a minimum 6 years at a Big Four or a large national firm.
Undergraduate degree in accounting or similar field from an accredited university.
CPA and/or MBA preferred but not required.
Strong project management skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage multiple requests.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Exceptional virtual and in-person executive presence.
Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
Fluency in implementing SOX for newly public companies, including design of age/stage appropriate controls and remediation of gaps/deficiencies.
Expert proficiency in drafting and reviewing control design language, flowcharts, narratives, IPE, and scoping systems/applications.
Advanced understanding of Big 4 sampling, testing, and deficiency evaluation methodologies.
In-depth experience reviewing SOC-1 Type II reports and relevant CUEC mapping, including sub-service organizations.
Working proficiency and understanding of IT General Controls, SEC guidance for SOX requirements, PCAOB, and AICPA audit standards.
Entrepreneurial nature; self-motivated, ethical, and dependable.
Willingness to work unpredictable hours and travel as necessary.
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