What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Internal Control position at Venteon?
10 plus years of Internal Controls/SOX experience
Venteon Finance is currently seeking a Director of SOX Compliance for an industry leading company located in the Southfield, MI area. This position will lead and manage the company’s Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal controls across all business units globally.
This role will collaborate with senior leadership, internal and external auditors, and cross-functional teams to enhance the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR). The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep expertise in SOX compliance, a global mindset, and a strong ability to lead in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Requirements of the Director of SOX Compliance
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field; CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification preferred.
- 10 years of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or related fields, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements, COSO framework, and ICFR.
- Experience working in a global organization with complex operations and international locations.
- Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Proficiency in SOX compliance tools and technologies.
Responsibilities of the Director of SOX Compliance
- Design, implement, and maintain an effective SOX compliance program aligned with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all SOX-related activities and initiatives across the organization.
- Oversee annual risk assessments to identify and evaluate financial reporting risks.
- Develop and maintain the company’s internal control framework, ensuring adequate documentation and testing of controls.
- Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees and management on SOX compliance requirements and best practices.
- Monitor emerging trends, regulatory changes, and advancements in internal control methodologies to keep the SOX program current and effective.
- Drive process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of SOX compliance activities.
If you are a high performer and would like to work for an equally high performing company and you think the above opportunity is appropriate for you, we invite you to apply to this job and email your resume to ppirrone@venteon.com.
We treat all resumes with strict confidentiality. We will always contact you first before submitting your resume to our client(s) for review. If you do not receive correspondence, you are not a fit for this position.
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