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Robert Half Senior SOX Compliance Auditor in Oakland, California
Description
We are looking for an experienced Senior SOX Compliance Auditor to join a high-performing team in California. This role is ideal for an audit or accounting specialist who wants to deepen expertise in internal controls and financial compliance within a successful public company. You will work closely with experienced leadership and key stakeholders across the business while contributing to a well-structured compliance environment with strong opportunities for growth.
Responsibilities:
• Execute SOX 404 control assessments, including planning, walkthroughs, and testing
• Evaluate control effectiveness and recommend process and risk improvements
• Perform financial statement reviews and targeted audit procedures
• Partner with external auditors and support their audit requirements
• Contribute to ad‑hoc projects and special initiatives as needed
• Stay current on accounting, auditing, and financial reporting standards
Requirements
• Strong working knowledge of SOX 404 requirements, SEC filings, and U.S. GAAP
• Driven self‑starter who learns quickly and seeks ways to streamline processes
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively in a fast‑paced team environment
• Clear, professional communicator with strong relationship‑building skills
• Extremely detail‑focused with a high level of accuracy in analysis and data handling
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; Master’s or MBA a plus
• CPA required or actively pursuing certification
• 2–3 years of public accounting experience at a Big Four or national firm, with exposure to SOX 404 and financial statement audits
• Willingness to travel periodically to subsidiary locations
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