SOX Audit Senior Manager - Financial Controls & Leadership

A key leadership opportunity for a seasoned audit professional to manage the SOX audit program for a global financial services organization. This role offers cross-functional collaboration, international exposure, and the chance to lead end-to-end testing and control reviews in a highly regulated environment.

Client Details

Our client is a multinational insurance group with a complex global footprint and robust governance culture. The internal audit group plays a pivotal role in risk assurance and regulatory alignment, with strong support for innovation, automation, and leadership development.

Description

• Lead business SOX control audits from planning to reporting phase.
• Oversee audit execution, resource allocation, and quality review of deliverables.
• Coordinate testing schedules with global stakeholders and external auditors.
• Apply expertise in US GAAP, J-GAAP, and internal control frameworks (COBIT, NIST).
• Track issue validations and ensure timely, high-quality reporting.
• Recommend innovative approaches to enhance SOX program value.
• Partner closely with business leaders and audit teams across the organization.

Job Offer

• Leadership role in a globally integrated audit function.
• Exposure to international audits, automation, and executive stakeholders.
• Career growth in a high-visibility SOX and internal controls role.
• Hybrid work model and competitive benefits package.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Carl Iso +818046764473.

• Internal audit experience within financial or insurance sectors.
• Experience in SOX auditing and process reviews.
• Strong knowledge of control frameworks and risk-based audit methodologies.
• Proven leadership in managing audit teams and stakeholder communication.
• CPA, CISA, CISSP, or equivalent qualifications are preferred.
• Experience with data analytics tools (Excel, ACL, Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
• Business-level fluency in both Japanese and English.
• High proficiency in written reporting and negotiation with senior stakeholders.