SOX Senior Accounting Analyst|Contingent Assignment|Exempt

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced SOX Senior Accounting Analyst to join our client's team in Portland, Oregon . In this long-term contract position , you will play a critical role in ensuring IT compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, working closely with internal and external auditors and key stakeholders to evaluate IT systems and controls. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to risk management, process improvement initiatives, and documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities :

• Conduct walkthroughs of IT processes and controls to ensure compliance with SOX requirements.
• Develop and maintain key control attributes for IT General Controls (ITGCs), including spreadsheets and reports.
• Facilitate requests from internal and external auditors related to design and operational effectiveness testing.
• Assess the design and operational effectiveness of IT controls, identifying deficiencies and recommending remediation strategies.
• Update and maintain narratives, flowcharts, and risk / control matrices in partnership with relevant stakeholders.
• Support internal and external audit teams during SOX audits and assist in periodic risk assessments.
• Monitor segregation of duties and access controls to mitigate potential risks.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance, and Compliance teams to provide regular updates on compliance status to senior management.
• Train stakeholders on SOX requirements and best practices for control procedures.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of control activities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field; equivalent experience in IT compliance may also be considered.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in internal audit, IT compliance, or SOX 404 testing.
• Familiarity with IT General Controls (ITGCs) and SOX frameworks, including U.S. regulatory standards.
• Strong understanding of business processes supported by IT applications and control frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to identify compliance gaps and propose practical solutions.
• Experience with tools such as SAP R / 3 and other compliance-related systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.