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We are representing one of the few companies posting strong earnings. In fact there are 2 industries that are safe-havens in this economic environment: healthcare and education. Our client is in education. In fact, more students and professionals are turning to higher education for advanced degrees and are seizing the opportunity to better themselves rather than enter or reenter the work force. Our client is publicly traded and the accounting and finance organization is based here in Atlanta.
They have asked jobTopia to identify a Senior SOX Accountant. This role is very dynamic and you will have a chance to demonstrate your organization, leadership and executive level communication skills. This role will evolve in the months to come as this company grows and possibly acquires other firms. You may be able to provide support to the M&A transaction team and assist with several ad-hoc projects.
Scope:
· Maintain SOX process documents update your director.
· Assist in reviewing testing design including review of controls and test plans for accuracy and necessity.
· Manage and execute all aspects of test preparation, execution, and coordination with process owners.
· Supervise and review SOX testing by staff accountants and ensure test results are appropriately documented and communicated.
· Assists in determining overall scope of annual SOX assessment through management interviews and completion of annual SOX business plan.
· Establish and maintain strong relationship with senior management and parent company.
· Coordinate the monitoring and reporting deficiencies and related remediation efforts.
· Assist with special projects as needed including GAAP research and acquisitions.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
· CPA certification required.
· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration and/or Finance required.
· Excellent working knowledge of SOX compliance or internal controls.
· Solid GAAP knowledge; accounting research experience a plus
· Three plus years of SOX or internal controls experience in public accounting and/or audit function of larger corporation.
· Ability to assess internal controls and provide own conclusions to improve control environment.
· Strong Microsoft Excel skills required.
· First-rate business/accounting writing and oral communication skills.
· Travel of approx. 20% required.
