Compliance and Controls Analyst
<p>The Compliance and Controls Analyst is responsible for supporting the organization’s internal control framework, conducting SOX compliance activities, assessing risk, and ensuring audit readiness. This role performs risk assessments, monitors adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements, and partners with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and test internal controls. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience in a SOX or audit/compliance environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate and execute SOX compliance activities, including documentation, testing, and remediation of internal controls.</li><li>Support risk assessment processes and identify areas of potential control gaps or deficiencies.</li><li>Assist in audit readiness projects, working with internal and external auditors to facilitate smooth audit processes.</li><li>Evaluate the effectiveness of operational and financial controls and recommend improvements.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date documentation and ensure policies and procedures align with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Develop and deliver training or guidance on internal control best practices.</li><li>Partner with finance, IT, and business operations teams to drive process improvements and maintain compliance standards.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.</li><li>2+ years’ experience in SOX compliance, audit, or internal controls roles.</li><li>Familiarity with audit principles, risk assessment methodologies, and control frameworks.</li><li>Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- Palo Alto, CA
- onsite
- Temporary
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38.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>The Compliance and Controls Analyst is responsible for supporting the organization’s internal control framework, conducting SOX compliance activities, assessing risk, and ensuring audit readiness. This role performs risk assessments, monitors adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements, and partners with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and test internal controls. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience in a SOX or audit/compliance environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate and execute SOX compliance activities, including documentation, testing, and remediation of internal controls.</li><li>Support risk assessment processes and identify areas of potential control gaps or deficiencies.</li><li>Assist in audit readiness projects, working with internal and external auditors to facilitate smooth audit processes.</li><li>Evaluate the effectiveness of operational and financial controls and recommend improvements.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date documentation and ensure policies and procedures align with regulatory requirements.</li><li>Develop and deliver training or guidance on internal control best practices.</li><li>Partner with finance, IT, and business operations teams to drive process improvements and maintain compliance standards.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2025-11-26T16:53:44Z