TRAFFIC Gauteng

Senior Manager-SOX

SNG GrantThornton
South African Rand . ZAR 300,000 - 400,000

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

The SOX Senior Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing SOX engagements within the Business Risk Services division. The role focuses on providing assurance & advisory services to listed and multinational clients requiring compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), particularly Sections 302 and 404.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. SOX Reviews
    • Lead end-to-end SOX reviews.
    • Oversee scoping, risk assessments, control design reviews, and testing of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).
    • Proficient in reviewing and providing guidance relating to process narratives, risk and control matrices, working paper and related documentation.
    • Evaluate control deficiencies and provide remediation guidance.
    • Review and sign off on SOX documentation, testing, and reporting.
    • Provide technical guidance on SOX, internal controls, and governance frameworks.
  2. Client Relationship Management
    • Serve as primary engagement lead for SOX clients.
    • Build and maintain strong client relationships at executive and board level.
    • Present findings and recommendations to Audit Committees and senior management.
    • Identify cross-selling opportunities within BRS and broader service lines.
  3. Risk & Governance
    • Align client internal control environments with frameworks such as COSO.
    • Advise clients on governance, risk management, and internal audit best practices.
    • Monitor regulatory developments affecting listed entities and multinational corporations.
  4. Team Leadership & Development
    • Lead and manage engagement teams, including Managers, Assistant Managers, and Consultants.
    • Review workpapers and ensure compliance with firm methodology and quality standards.
    • Coach and mentor team members.
    • Participate in recruitment and performance management within BRS.
  5. Business Development
    • Support proposal development and pitch presentations.
    • Contribute to thought leadership in SOX and governance.
    • Assist in developing new service offerings within BRS.
REQUIREMENTS

CIA, CISA or Equivalent professional qualifications.

EXPERIENCE

8-10+ years' experience in internal audit, SOX compliance, or risk advisory.

  • SOX Compliance or Risk Advisory
  • Proven experience leading large SOX engagements
  • Strong knowledge of ICFR, ITGCs, and regulatory environments (US-listed entities advantageous).
  • Experience within a Big 4 or mid-tier professional services environment preferred.

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