SOX Compliance Lead

Salary: $105,000-$120,000

Why Join?

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• Hybrid schedule offering flexibility while maintaining meaningful collaboration with leadership and business partners.
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• Join a global, high-growth organization that is already outperforming its long-term strategic plan and targeting $1 billion in revenue by 2027.
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• Exciting period of growth including a newly added production facility and major new product launches.
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• Newly created role with the opportunity to build, develop, and own the SOX program from the ground up.
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• High-visibility position with direct exposure to Finance and Operations leadership.
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• Play a key role in strengthening internal controls and supporting scalable growth initiatives.
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• Exceptional total rewards package including a strong 401(k) match and 8% company profit-sharing contribution.
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• Entrepreneurial, fast-moving environment where your ideas and contributions will have immediate impact.
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• Direct access to decision-makers in a nimble organization focused on accountability and execution.
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• People-first culture committed to employee development, mentorship, and long-term career growth.
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Position Overview

We are seeking a SOX Compliance Lead to take ownership of the organization's internal controls environment and SOX compliance program. This newly created position offers a unique opportunity to establish, enhance, and drive controls across the business while partnering closely with Accounting and Operational leadership.

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of SOX expertise, internal controls experience, and accounting knowledge, allowing them to contribute both strategically and hands-on across the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

SOX & Internal Controls

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• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the SOX compliance framework.
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• Drive and maintain company-wide internal control initiatives.
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• Own the annual SOX 404 compliance plan and testing strategy.
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• Execute and coordinate testing of key controls across the organization.
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• Partner with process owners to identify control gaps and develop remediation plans.
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• Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen the control environment.
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• Assist with external audit and compliance requirements related to SOX controls.
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Accounting & Finance Support

Outside of quarterly SOX cycles, support broader accounting initiatives including:

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• Month-end close activities.
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• Journal entry preparation and review.
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• Balance sheet reconciliations.
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• Cost accounting support and analysis.
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• Process improvement initiatives across the accounting function.
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• Financial reporting and ad hoc projects as needed.
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
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• Experience leading or supporting SOX compliance programs and internal controls environments.
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• Strong understanding of SOX 404 requirements, control design, and testing methodologies.
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• Public accounting, internal audit, compliance, or corporate accounting experience preferred.
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• Ability to work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and Business Leadership.
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• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
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• CPA, CIA, or similar certification is a plus.
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