Job Summary
The Manager, SOX Compliance is responsible to lead key aspects of our internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) program supporting the Director of SOX Compliance. This role is critical in supporting the company's compliance with SOX by overseeing the design and effectiveness of business process controls. The SOX team is responsible for program ownership, coordination, documentation, and control oversight. This role requires strong collaboration with process and control owners, Internal Audit, External Audit, and other Risk and Compliance Stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities (other duties as assigned)
Manage the end-to-end SOX compliance cycle for business process controls, including planning, documentation, SOX scoping and risk assessment, control design review, and remediation management.
Advise process and control owners on control design changes and control implementations based on system implementations, business process changes and initiatives, regulatory changes, and emerging risks.
Evaluate control deficiencies, including root cause analysis, impact assessment, remediation planning, and timely resolution.
Serve as a trusted advisor to process owners across departments such as Accounting, Finance, HR, Accounts Payable, etc. to ensure controls are adequately designed, appropriately documented, and operating effectively.
Act as a key liaison between business process owners, Internal Audit (testing function), and external auditors.
Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on relevant SOX controls and compliance expectations, empowering control owners to understand and execute their responsibilities.
Maintain and update SOX documentation (e.g., control certifications, risk and control matrices, flowcharts) in line with COSO and PCAOB standards.
Assist Sr. Manager of IT with SOC Report Reviews.
Identify and implement opportunities to optimize and streamline control activities across the company.
Prepare program updates, metrics, and reports to senior management and as input into SOX Steering Committee agendas.
Education, Experience & Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
CPA, CIA, or equivalent designation preferred.
5+ years of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or external audit, with at least 2+ years of SOX program management experience at a publicly traded company or public accounting firm.
Prior experience managing a SOX program.
Ability to travel 15 - 20% on average annually
Functional Skills
A team player and process-oriented focus with excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and seniority levels.
Strong project management capabilities for handling timelines, milestones, and dependencies.
Proficiency in annual SOX scoping based on quantitative and qualitative factors.
Strong understanding of SOX sections 302 and 404, business processes, internal controls, US GAAP, COSO Framework, and PCAOB standards.
Experience with SOX/GRC platforms like AuditBoard is a plus.
Ability to work remotely with team members in multiple locations.
Our Values
EVERYONE BELONGS - We believe connectedness and belonging are the essential ingredients to our success.
DO THE RIGHT THING -We are relentlessly focused on quality and integrity and make the right choices, even when it's difficult.
PEOPLE FIRST - To craft positive experiences for our customers, we take care of each other first.
INNOVATE TO WIN - We champion and challenge for a better way in all we do.
HAVE FUN - We find joy, create meaningful impact and celebrate the journey together
Our Core Competencies
CUSTOMER CENTRIC - We leverage data and insights to craft a customer experience that builds relationships, cultivates trust, and delivers excellence
RESULTS DRIVEN - We focus on measurable outcomes by remaining optimistic, tenacious, and persistent even in the face of challenges.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT -We champion for better through strategic risk taking, experimentation and challenging the status quo.
BIAS FOR ACTION - We courageously lead, drive towards decisions, and maintain agility to meet the demands of our dynamic industry.
WINNING TOGETHER - We work together to unlock our full potential by actively collaborating and contributing in a cross-functional capacity
Papa Johns is an equal opportunity employer.
It is the policy of Papa John's to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status or civil partnership, national or ethnic origin, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, uniformed service (as defined by 10 U.S.C. §101 (a)(5)), protected disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, or gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by statute or law.