Manager - Internal Controls & Financial Reporting

Manager - Internal Controls & Financial Reporting

Title:

Manager - Internal Controls & Financial Reporting
Status: 3-4 month Contract, Full time
Salary:

Up to $80-90/hr

Location:

Halifax, Nova Scotia - Must be onsite 4 days per week

** This is a 3 month contract to begin immediately*
* TO APPLY:

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We are seeking an experienced Manager or Senior Manager with deep expertise in Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and SOX compliance to lead and oversee our client engagement. The ideal candidate will direct SOX program activities, review documentation and testing, evaluate control design and operating effectiveness, and provide advisory support to Finance, IT, and the business.

This role is suited for individuals with strong leadership experience in public company environments, professional services, consulting, external audit, or Big 4 firms. Candidates who hold a CPA designation are required.

Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage SOX/ICFR compliance programs for large public companies
- Oversee annual planning, scoping, and program execution
- Review process documentation, risk/control matrices, and workpapers prepared by Consultants and Senior Consultants
- Review tests of design and operating effectiveness; assess quality and conclusions
- Evaluate control design, identify deficiencies, and assess remediation needs
- Lead remediation planning and monitor corrective action plans through completion
- Act as a key liaison with Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and external auditors
- Provide strategic guidance on process improvements and control optimization
- Manage, coach, and develop junior team members

What you bring to the role:
- 5–12+ years of experience in SOX/ICFR, Internal Audit, or Risk Advisory
- Strong understanding of COSO and SOX 404
- Background in a professional services firm or Big 4 environment strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience leading teams and interacting with senior leadership
- CPA, CIA, or equivalent professional designation is required
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Math, Computer Science, or related field

We thank all candidates for showing interest in this role; however, only retained candidates will be contacted.
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