Accounting Manager-SOX

Accounting Manager – SOXA publicly traded, global industrial organization is seeking an Accounting Manager to support SOX compliance, technical accounting, and process improvement across its corporate and operational finance teams.This role serves as a key liaison between corporate accounting, internal controls, and site-level finance teams. The ideal candidate combines a strong technical accounting foundation with a practical understanding of business operations and the ability to translate accounting policies into effective, standardized processes.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee SOX compliance activities across operational locations, ensuring control owners understand documentation requirements and execute controls effectively.Partner with internal audit and controls teams to address control deficiencies, coordinate remediation plans, and monitor progress through resolution.Collaborate with corporate accounting to implement new accounting policies and translate technical guidance into practical operating procedures.Standardize accounting and financial reporting processes across manufacturing, distribution, and other operating locations.Improve balance sheet reconciliation workflows, journal entry processes, and supporting documentation standards.Provide technical accounting guidance on revenue recognition, customer rebates and discounts, lease accounting, capital expenditures, and inventory costing.Evaluate existing workflows to identify inefficiencies, strengthen internal controls, and reduce unnecessary administrative work.Work closely with operational finance leaders and plant management to balance accounting compliance with business needs.Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance reporting accuracy, consistency, and operational efficiency.Promote compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and applicable safety requirements.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Active U.S. CPA license required.5–8+ years of progressive experience in accounting, public accounting, audit, or internal controls.Big Four or top national public accounting firm experience in assurance or audit required.Experience auditing publicly traded companies, ideally within manufacturing, industrial products, building materials, or distribution.Demonstrated experience managing SOX compliance, evaluating internal controls, and remediating control deficiencies.Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including revenue recognition, leases, inventory, and property, plant, and equipment.Experience interpreting accounting policies and applying technical accounting guidance to operational business scenarios.Familiarity with enterprise ERP and financial reporting systems; SAP experience is beneficial.Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets for financial analysis.Ideal Candidate ProfileStrong communicator who can work effectively with both corporate accounting leadership and operational finance teams.Able to explain complex accounting requirements in clear, actionable terms.Confident challenging existing processes and accounting decisions when necessary.Skilled at building consensus among stakeholders with competing priorities.Practical, solutions-oriented, and comfortable navigating a complex, multi-location organization.Demonstrates sound judgment, professional integrity, and strong project management skills.