SOX Compliance Program Manager & Internal Controls Lead

A day in this role

Based in Pittsburgh, PA, you’ll anchor our financial reporting integrity program. Picture your week: you refine control designs on Monday, align with process owners midweek, and close the loop with external auditors by Friday—while coaching a sharp team and elevating our Sarbanes–Oxley (SOX) readiness throughout.

What you’ll own

• Design, implement, and sustain an enterprise SOX compliance program that scales with the business.
• Lead end-to-end risk assessments to pinpoint control gaps and drive pragmatic remediation.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute annual SOX testing activities with complete, timely workpapers.
• Serve as primary liaison with external auditors, ensuring efficient walkthroughs and testing.
• Equip teams with training and guidance on internal control principles and SOX best practices.
• Synthesize control results into clear, actionable updates for senior leadership.
• Track regulatory developments and industry practices to keep our framework current.
• Build a culture of ownership, transparency, and continuous improvement within the function.

About you

• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline; CPA or CIA preferred.
• 7+ years in internal controls, audit, or compliance with a strong SOX focus.
• Deep fluency in financial reporting processes and internal control frameworks.
• Proven team leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across audiences.
• Collaborative influencer able to partner across departments and with stakeholders.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable with audit software.

Your toolkit

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Financial Audit Experience
• Financial Services
• SOX

Why this matters

Your leadership ensures our control environment is robust, efficient, and ready for scrutiny—supporting accurate financial reporting and informed decision-making across the enterprise.