Responsibilities
Lead the global SOX compliance program across all Group entities, ensuring full alignment with the COSO framework and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
Drive the implementation and ongoing enhancement of internal control policies and procedures, ensuring they are consistently applied and embedded across the Groups headquarters and all 16 regulated subsidiaries.
Conduct detailed risk assessments, control gap analyses, and process walkthroughs for all key financial and operational processes to ensure control design effectiveness.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), adapting to business and regulatory developments.
Coordinate and perform design and operational effectiveness testing of controls, ensuring timely identification and remediation of deficiencies.
Act as a key advisor to finance, legal, compliance, technology, and operations teams to embed a strong internal control culture within day-to-day activities.
Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors during SOX audits and other assurance engagements, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
Monitor changes in the Groups operations, structure, systems, or regulatory landscape and proactively update policies and control frameworks accordingly.
Prepare and present periodic reports to senior management and the Audit Committee, providing insights on SOX compliance status, key risks, control deficiencies, and mitigation plans.
Deliver ongoing training and education programs to business process owners to ensure awareness, accountability, and adherence to internal control requirements across all jurisdictions.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Law, or other relevant field.
5 years of experience as a SOX and Compliance controller or similar role.
In-depth knowledge of SOX compliance, IFRS, and internal controls
Strong command of English, both written and verbal.
Proven ability to manage audits and ensure regulatory compliance
Ability to write clear and concise documents, policies, and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint.
Very organized, excellent multitasker, and great time management skills.
High attention to detail.
Ability to work independently, but also as a team member, with excellent interpersonal skills.
Experience with NetSuite (advantage).
