SOX- Business Process

Job Description: Senior Associate- SOX Business Process
Experience: 4-7 years
Industry: Manufacturing (Mandatory)
Background: Big 4 experience (Mandatory)
Shift Timings: 4:00pm to 1:00 am IST
Location: Remote

Role Overview
We are seeking a high-performing Senior Associate with strong SOX and ICFR expertise, specifically within the manufacturing industry. The role requires hands-on experience in testing complex SOX areas, working independently with process owners, and delivering high-quality workpapers under tight timelines.
The ideal candidate is analytically sharp, detail-oriented, and confident handling complex processes and judgments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end SOX testing (ToD & ToE) across business and IT-dependent controls
• Independently test complex and judgmental areas, including but not limited to:
• Inventory valuation & reserves
• Standard costing & variance analysis
• Revenue recognition (manufacturing-specific scenarios)
• Journal entries and management review controls
• Fixed assets & capitalization
• Prepare and review SOX workpapers in line with PCAOB and Big 4 standards
• Perform walkthroughs and control design assessments
• Identify control gaps, deficiencies, and support remediation efforts
• Coordinate directly with process owners, controllership, and external auditors
• Support SOX scoping, risk assessment, and annual planning activities
• Ensure adherence to timelines, quality standards, and documentation requirements
  Required Skills & Experience
• 5-7 years of experience in SOX / ICFR, preferably in a Big 4 environment
• Mandatory experience in manufacturing industry
• Strong understanding of COSO framework
• Proven experience testing complex SOX controls
• Hands-on exposure to:
• ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
• Data analyticsenabled testing (good to have)
• Strong documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
  Preferred Qualifications
• CA / CPA / ACCA (or pursuing)
• Experience working with US-listed companies
• Exposure to PCAOB audits
• Prior client-facing or offshoreonsite coordination experience
• What Were Looking For
• Someone who is technically strong, execution-focused, and audit-ready
• Comfortable pushing back with facts and analysis
• Able to handle pressure, complexity, and ambiguity
• Quality-focused with a strong ownership mindset