SOX Compliance Associate

Stellenbosch, South Africa | Posted on 09/29/2025

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-driven SOX Compliance professional to join our team. The successful candidate will work with a UK-based client to deliver compliance services across multiple engagements for both US and UK companies. You will be responsible for performing controls testing, ITGC reviews, and ensuring compliance with SOX requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional looking to build a career in compliance and controls assurance.

Perform detailed
SOX compliance testing
, including walkthroughs, control design assessments, and operating effectiveness testing.

Execute
IT General Controls (ITGCs) testing
to assess systems, processes, and IT environments for compliance.

Identify control deficiencies and work with client teams to recommend remediation and improvements.

Prepare clear, accurate, and high-quality working papers and testing documentation.

Support multiple client engagements simultaneously across UK and US-listed companies.

Work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure compliance activities meet strict deadlines and reporting requirements.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of SOX requirements, IT controls frameworks, and best practice.

Apply professional scepticism and judgement in evaluating risks and controls.

Deliver client service to a high standard while maintaining strong professional relationships.

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

Qualification:Chartered Accountant (CA(SA), ACA, or ACCA) with3 years’ articles completed
.

Strong experience in external audit, with exposure to
controls testing
(financial controls and ITGCs).

Knowledge of SOX requirements and internal controls frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT) preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with audit and compliance software an advantage.

Strong communication skills (verbal and written), with the ability to interact confidently with clients and colleagues.

High attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

A proactive team player with a strong sense of accountability and ownership

Exposure to UK and US multinational clients.

Opportunity to develop specialised expertise in SOX compliance and IT controls.

Career progression within a growing team focused on assurance and compliance.

Supportive, professional, and collaborative environment.