Compliance Officer Job Description
Role Overview
We are seeking a Compliance Officer to join our compliance team. This role is responsible for auditing IT control activities, ensuring adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOx) requirements, and maintaining governance standards. The ideal candidate will work closely with external auditors, perform Entity-Level Controls (ELCs), and document narratives, processes, and procedures in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Compliance & Audit Activities
- Audit IT control operations performed by IT Controls Analysts to ensure compliance with SOx requirements.
- Perform walkthroughs and testing of ITGCs and ELCs to validate control design and operating effectiveness.
- Develop, maintain, and update SOx narratives, process flows, and control documentation.
- Coordinate and liaise with external auditors during SOx audits and provide requested evidence.
- Identify control gaps and recommend remediation plans in collaboration with stakeholders.
Governance & Reporting
- Prepare compliance reports and dashboards for management review.
- Ensure timely completion of SOx testing cycles and documentation updates.
- Support risk assessments and contribute to strengthening the overall control environment.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with IT, Finance, and Compliance teams to align SOx requirements with business processes.
- Act as a point of contact for external auditors and internal stakeholders.
- Provide training and guidance on SOx compliance and control documentation standards.
Required Experience & Skills
- Experience in SOx compliance, auditing, and governance processes.
- Strong knowledge of Entity-Level Controls (ELCs), ITGCs, and SOx documentation standards.
- Ability to create and maintain narratives, process flows, and control matrices.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to play a critical role in compliance and governance initiatives.
- Collaborative team environment with exposure to senior leadership and external auditors.
- Professional growth in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
