LHH
Principal at LHH (fka Parker & Lynch)- Retained and Executive Search, Accounting I Finance I HR
Director – SOX Controls
Location:
Downtown Chicago (Loop) – Close to train
Work Schedule:
3 days a week in office hybrid
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) match
About the Company
Join a
$4B global manufacturing leader
with a strong track record of innovation and profitable growth. Operating across multiple continents and serving diverse industries, the company offers stability and exciting opportunities for advancement. Known for its collaborative corporate culture and modern office environment, this organization values internal development and provides a clear path to executive-level roles.
Position Overview
This high-impact leadership role will
own the SOX compliance program , including building out a scalable SOX framework to support global operations and acquisitions. You will lead efforts to design, implement, and enhance internal controls over financial reporting, partner with external service providers to remediate deficiencies, and embed best practices across the organization. The role requires strong collaboration with Finance, IT, and business leaders worldwide to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement a global SOX framework , including policies, procedures, and documentation standards
Lead SOX readiness for acquisitions , ensuring integration of controls and compliance during onboarding
Oversee
annual and quarterly SOX risk assessments , scoping, and control testing under COSO framework
Partner with external consultants and auditors to
remediate control weaknesses
and implement best practices
Develop and maintain
Risk and Control Matrices (RCM)
and ensure accurate mapping to financial statement line items
Drive
automation and optimization
of controls across key processes (Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report)
Prepare and present
executive-level reporting
for senior leadership and Audit Committee
Mentor and lead a team of SOX professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in
SOX compliance, internal audit, or risk management , including leadership roles
CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification strongly preferred
Deep knowledge of
SOX 404 requirements, COSO framework, and PCAOB standards
Experience building or scaling SOX programs in a
global, multi-entity environment
Proven ability to manage
external auditors and service providers
Strong understanding of
US GAAP, internal controls over financial reporting, and IT general controls
Experience in a manufacturing organization strongly preferred
Excellent communication and project management skills; ability to influence senior stakeholders
Why This Role?
Impact:
Build and lead a global SOX program during a period of strategic growth
Visibility:
Direct exposure to senior leadership and Audit Committee
Culture:
Collaborative, high-performing team with strong internal mobility
Location:
Prime downtown office with amenities and easy transit access
Flexibility:
Hybrid schedule, 3 days on site.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Please apply here or send resume to Brian.Esko@LHH.com for consideration.
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Location:
Downtown Chicago (Loop) – Close to train
Work Schedule:
3 days a week in office hybrid
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) match
About the Company
Join a
$4B global manufacturing leader
with a strong track record of innovation and profitable growth. Operating across multiple continents and serving diverse industries, the company offers stability and exciting opportunities for advancement. Known for its collaborative corporate culture and modern office environment, this organization values internal development and provides a clear path to executive-level roles.
Position Overview
This high-impact leadership role will
own the SOX compliance program , including building out a scalable SOX framework to support global operations and acquisitions. You will lead efforts to design, implement, and enhance internal controls over financial reporting, partner with external service providers to remediate deficiencies, and embed best practices across the organization. The role requires strong collaboration with Finance, IT, and business leaders worldwide to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement a global SOX framework , including policies, procedures, and documentation standards
Lead SOX readiness for acquisitions , ensuring integration of controls and compliance during onboarding
Oversee
annual and quarterly SOX risk assessments , scoping, and control testing under COSO framework
Partner with external consultants and auditors to
remediate control weaknesses
and implement best practices
Develop and maintain
Risk and Control Matrices (RCM)
and ensure accurate mapping to financial statement line items
Drive
automation and optimization
of controls across key processes (Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report)
Prepare and present
executive-level reporting
for senior leadership and Audit Committee
Mentor and lead a team of SOX professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in
SOX compliance, internal audit, or risk management , including leadership roles
CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification strongly preferred
Deep knowledge of
SOX 404 requirements, COSO framework, and PCAOB standards
Experience building or scaling SOX programs in a
global, multi-entity environment
Proven ability to manage
external auditors and service providers
Strong understanding of
US GAAP, internal controls over financial reporting, and IT general controls
Experience in a manufacturing organization strongly preferred
Excellent communication and project management skills; ability to influence senior stakeholders
Why This Role?
Impact:
Build and lead a global SOX program during a period of strategic growth
Visibility:
Direct exposure to senior leadership and Audit Committee
Culture:
Collaborative, high-performing team with strong internal mobility
Location:
Prime downtown office with amenities and easy transit access
Flexibility:
Hybrid schedule, 3 days on site.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Please apply here or send resume to Brian.Esko@LHH.com for consideration.
#J-18808-Ljbffr