Accounting & Reporting Advisory - Senior, SOX

Company: Deloitte
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

We are in the process of expanding Deloitte's Accounting and Reporting Advisory practice within SOX service offering. SOX governance, risk, and compliance can be complex for companies that are first-time passengers on their SOX journey. We are building an extensive team to help our clients proactively evaluate their current state, improve or add needed controls, and map out an ongoing compliance plan. Our team will focus on our client's SOX program operating model, processes, and technology in order to drive greater efficiency, quality, and cost savings.

Are you a detail-oriented, inquisitive individual who enjoys coming up with solutions to client issues? We are seeking professionals who want to build off their existing audit knowledge or accounting experience and use such knowledge on exciting advisory projects that add great value to our clients within their finance, accounting, and operational departments. From technical accounting issues, to new standard implementations; from complex transaction support to internal controls, the leaders of our practice will help you in expanding your experience base to further develop your career. At Deloitte, we provide services using an approach designed to provide the flexibility to serve the unique circumstances and complexities of our clients. You'll gain exposure to a variety of industries, business models and financial accounting areas, helping your career growth and professional development.

Work you'll do

As an Accounting and Reporting Advisory Senior focusing on SOX, you will interact with clients directly. Not only will you work independently, but you will also collaborate with a diverse group of talented professionals across the firm from different geographies. You will use our cutting-edge tools and technologies. Responsibilities will include:

• Provide excellent timely client service, deliver high quality work and strengthen client relationships
• Lead and support all phases of financial and operational audits and compliance projects for our clients, including risk assessment, planning, scoping, execution, and reporting.
• Collaborate with process owners to ensure proper documentation of all policies and procedures applicable to key business processes
• Assist in design and implementation of the internal control framework
• Assist in the development of an internal audit plan for audit projects and reviews, as well as manage the objectives, risks/exposures and scope of the individual audits
• Assist in global risk assessments and subsequent updates as changes in the operating environment occur
• Perform walkthroughs to assist with the process documentation, including process workflows
• Ensure SOX documentation is kept up to-date for scoping, testing, and remediation activities
• Perform SOX testing, including key reports testing, preparing test scripts and documenting the tests of controls
• Identify control deficiencies, develop remediation plans and monitor remediation progress
• Facilitate the external auditor's assessment of internal controls over financial reporting
• Prepare periodic SOX compliance presentations for Executive Management
  The team
  
  Our team culture is collaborative and encourages team members to take initiative and seek on-the-job learning opportunities. Our professionals are committed to excellence and to enhancing the trust of the investing public and capital markets.
  
  Qualifications
  
  Required
  
  • 3+ years of public accounting or equivalent experience
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
  • Must meet CPA license eligibility requirements
  • Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
    Preferred
    
    • Up-to-date technical knowledge of PCAOB standards, SOX regulations (SOX 404) and US GAAP
    • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment
    • Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail
    • Ability and willingness to meet business critical deadlines
    • Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
    • Strong time management and organizational skills
    • Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a virtual environment
    • Limited immigration sponsorship may be available
      For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado or Nevada, Deloitte is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and the State of Nevada and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $68,600 to $127,400.
      
      You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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