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SOX Compliance Lead

Creative Financial Staffing

West Hartford, CT · Posted November 12, 2026

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About the job

SOX Compliance Lead

Salary: $105,000-$120,000

Why Join?

Hybrid schedule offering flexibility while maintaining meaningful collaboration with leadership and business partners.

Join a global, high-growth organization that is already outperforming its long-term strategic plan and targeting $1 billion in revenue by 2027 .

Exciting period of growth including a newly added production facility and major new product launches.

Newly created role with the opportunity to build, develop, and own the SOX program from the ground up .

High-visibility position with direct exposure to Finance and Operations leadership.

Play a key role in strengthening internal controls and supporting scalable growth initiatives.

Exceptional total rewards package including a strong 401(k) match and 8% company profit-sharing contribution .

Entrepreneurial, fast-moving environment where your ideas and contributions will have immediate impact.

Direct access to decision-makers in a nimble organization focused on accountability and execution.

People-first culture committed to employee development, mentorship, and long-term career growth.

Position Overview

We are seeking a SOX Compliance Lead to take ownership of the organization’s internal controls environment and SOX compliance program. This newly created position offers a unique opportunity to establish, enhance, and drive controls across the business while partnering closely with Accounting and Operational leadership.

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of SOX expertise, internal controls experience, and accounting knowledge, allowing them to contribute both strategically and hands-on across the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

SOX & Internal Controls

Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the SOX compliance framework.

Drive and maintain company-wide internal control initiatives.

Own the annual SOX 404 compliance plan and testing strategy.

Execute and coordinate testing of key controls across the organization.

Partner with process owners to identify control gaps and develop remediation plans.

Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen the control environment.

Assist with external audit and compliance requirements related to SOX controls.

Accounting & Finance Support

Outside of quarterly SOX cycles, support broader accounting initiatives including:

Month-end close activities.

Journal entry preparation and review.

Balance sheet reconciliations.

Cost accounting support and analysis.

Process improvement initiatives across the accounting function.

Financial reporting and ad hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Experience leading or supporting SOX compliance programs and internal controls environments.

Strong understanding of SOX 404 requirements, control design, and testing methodologies.

Public accounting, internal audit, compliance, or corporate accounting experience preferred.

Ability to work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and Business Leadership.

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

CPA, CIA, or similar certification is a plus.

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