Head of Financial Controls/SOX
Are you seeking a Financial Controls leadership position that will allow you to make a great impact on a growing company? Our client, a dynamic financial organization in the Hartford area, is seeking an outgoing, career-minded Senior Director-level professional to Head up their new financial controls group. This role presents a unique opportunity to lead and build the SOX function. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in the Insurance industry, in addition to a robust knowledge of Financial Controls, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and Model Audit Rule (MAR).What are people saying about this company?
Management is supportive and flexible
Very collaborative and welcoming environmentTitle: Head of Financial Controls / Sarbanes-Oxley
Location: Hartford County (Hybrid)
Salary: $175,000 $220,000 +Bonus, LTI
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic direction and hands-on oversight in building and implementing the financial Controls / Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) function.
Framework Development: Develop and establish a robust SOX framework tailored to the organization's structure and regulatory requirements.
Risk Assessment: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify key controls, evaluate control design effectiveness, and assess the overall control environment.
Implementation: Drive the implementation of SOX compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory standards.
Process Optimization: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize business processes, integrating effective internal controls seamlessly into daily operations.
Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of SOX processes, controls, and testing procedures.
Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead team members and high profile projects and professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Testing and Monitoring: Oversee the execution of testing procedures, continuously monitoring changes in business processes to ensure ongoing compliance.
Remediation Planning: Work closely with process owners to develop and implement effective remediation plans for identified control deficiencies.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and senior management to communicate the status of SOX compliance efforts.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; A Master's Degree is a plus
CPA and/or other relevant certifications preferred.
Proven track record of successfully building and leading SOX compliance programs.
Extensive experience in SOX & MAR within the insurance or financial services industry.
Knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and EBS preferred.
Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and financial reporting.
Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a demonstrated ability to inspire and lead high-performing teams.
Strategic thinker with excellent project management and organizational skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Management is supportive and flexible
Very collaborative and welcoming environmentTitle: Head of Financial Controls / Sarbanes-Oxley
Location: Hartford County (Hybrid)
Salary: $175,000 $220,000 +Bonus, LTI
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic direction and hands-on oversight in building and implementing the financial Controls / Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) function.
Framework Development: Develop and establish a robust SOX framework tailored to the organization's structure and regulatory requirements.
Risk Assessment: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify key controls, evaluate control design effectiveness, and assess the overall control environment.
Implementation: Drive the implementation of SOX compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory standards.
Process Optimization: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize business processes, integrating effective internal controls seamlessly into daily operations.
Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of SOX processes, controls, and testing procedures.
Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead team members and high profile projects and professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Testing and Monitoring: Oversee the execution of testing procedures, continuously monitoring changes in business processes to ensure ongoing compliance.
Remediation Planning: Work closely with process owners to develop and implement effective remediation plans for identified control deficiencies.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and senior management to communicate the status of SOX compliance efforts.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; A Master's Degree is a plus
CPA and/or other relevant certifications preferred.
Proven track record of successfully building and leading SOX compliance programs.
Extensive experience in SOX & MAR within the insurance or financial services industry.
Knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and EBS preferred.
Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and financial reporting.
Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a demonstrated ability to inspire and lead high-performing teams.
Strategic thinker with excellent project management and organizational skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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