Director of SOX Compliance (Charlotte)

Director of SOX Compliance

Location: Charlotte, NC - Hybrid (3 days in-office per week)

Direct Reports: SOX Compliance Managers

Salary: $180-200K + 25% bonus

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of SOX Compliance to lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of the Company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program. This is a newly created leadership role responsible for building a best-in-class internal controls framework from the ground up within a $2B+ publicly traded organization.

The Director will partner closely with Accounting, Finance, IT, and business leaders, as well as the Internal Audit function, to establish a sustainable, efficient, and scalable SOX program. This individual will serve as a key advisor to senior leadership on internal controls, risk management, and compliance matters.

Key Responsibilities

SOX Program Development & Leadership

• Design and implement the Company’s SOX 404 compliance program, including scoping, risk assessment, and control framework development
• Establish policies, procedures, and documentation standards for internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)
• Build and maintain a comprehensive controls environment aligned with COSO framework

Program Execution & Oversight

• Lead the annual SOX compliance cycle, including planning, walkthroughs, testing, deficiency evaluation, and remediation tracking
• Oversee the work of two SOX Compliance Managers, providing direction, coaching, and performance management
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of SOX deliverables and reporting to executive leadership and the Audit Committee

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Accounting, Finance, IT, and operational teams to identify risks and design effective controls
• Work closely with the Internal Audit team to align testing strategies, leverage resources, and avoid duplication of efforts
• Coordinate with external auditors to support audit requirements and ensure efficient audit processes

Risk & Controls Advisory

• Serve as a subject matter expert on SOX, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
• Evaluate control deficiencies, assess severity, and drive remediation efforts with business owners
• Provide guidance on process improvements, system implementations, and control enhancements

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency through automation, standardization, and use of technology
• Develop metrics and reporting to monitor program effectiveness and maturity
• Stay current on regulatory changes, industry trends, and best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or public accounting
• Proven experience building or significantly enhancing a SOX/internal controls program in a public company environment
• Strong knowledge of SOX 404, COSO framework, and internal controls over financial reporting
• Experience managing and developing teams

Why This Role

This is a unique opportunity to establish and lead a critical compliance function within a growing public company. The Director of SOX Compliance will play a foundational role in shaping the Company’s control environment and partnering with leadership to support long-term success.