SOX Auditor Consultant

We are seeking an experienced Interim SOX Auditor to support SOX 404 compliance activities for a large, publicly traded global organization. This consultant will be responsible for evaluating and testing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), documenting results, supporting remediation efforts, and partnering with Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, and external auditors to maintain audit readiness and compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong SOX and accounting expertise, hands-on control testing experience, and the ability to work independently within a complex public company environment. Work Location: 5 days onsite Greater Dallas Area, TX 75067 Duration: 3-6 months (potential to extend or convert) Pay Rate Range : $50/hr-$55/hr

Execute SOX 404 compliance activities across business units, subsidiaries, and corporate functions, ensuring adherence to established testing methodologies and timelines. Perform control walkthroughs and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR). Conduct detailed SOX testing, assess supporting documentation, identify control deficiencies, and prepare clear, audit-ready workpapers. Review process narratives, risk and control matrices (RCMs), control documentation, and supporting evidence for accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Partner with control owners and business stakeholders to understand processes, assess risks, and validate control effectiveness. Support remediation efforts by performing follow-up testing and confirming corrective actions have adequately addressed identified deficiencies. Coordinate with Internal Audit, Finance, Accounting, and external auditors to support audit requests, documentation reviews, and compliance objectives. Monitor testing progress, findings, and outstanding items while communicating status, risks, and remediation activities to SOX leadership.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field. 5+ years of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, public accounting, financial controls, or related audit functions. CPA, CIA, Big 4/public accounting experience are highly preferred. Strong knowledge of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), SOX compliance requirements, COSO principles, and key accounting processes. Demonstrated ability to perform walkthroughs, assess control design and operating effectiveness, document testing results, and identify control deficiencies. Experience preparing high-quality, audit-ready workpapers and working within SOX compliance or audit management systems. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across Finance, Accounting, Operations, and Audit functions.

An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart. Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors. Total Rewards include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).

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