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SOX Manager in Madison, WI

SOX Manager job description

A SOX manager is responsible for overseeing an organization's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program and helping ensure the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting. These professionals lead compliance initiatives, coordinate control testing activities and support efforts to address audit findings and control deficiencies. As regulatory priorities shift, SOX managers play a critical role in supporting compliance, risk management and financial reporting integrity. SOX managers work closely with accounting, finance, internal audit, compliance and operational leaders to evaluate control environments and monitor compliance with regulatory requirements. Their leadership helps organizations strengthen internal controls, improve audit readiness and maintain confidence in financial reporting processes.

Typical SOX manager duties:

Oversee the organization's SOX compliance program, including internal control frameworks, risk assessments and compliance activities related to financial reportingCoordinate control documentation, testing and remediation efforts and monitor the effectiveness of internal controls across the organizationPartner with finance, accounting, internal audit and business leaders to support compliance initiatives and address control-related risksManage communications, documentation and reporting related to external audits, regulatory reviews and SOX compliance activitiesMonitor changes in business processes and regulatory requirements and identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls, compliance processes and governance practices

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Salary for SOX Manager in Madison, WI

126480 - 160140

Low
126480
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
143310
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
160140
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.
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