SOX Analyst

Specialist in recruiting qualified & non-qualified finance personnel Title: SOX Analyst Location: central London with 1 day WFH per week Our client, a multinational FTSE 250 Energy group, is looking for a SOX Analyst to join their Finance team based in London. The individual will be part of a dynamic and ambitious team while working closely with different departments across the group. Key Responsibilities: Assist in SOX scoping & planning including communications both externally and internally. Assist in maintaining and updating SOX-related documentation, including process narratives, risk and control matrices, and flowcharts. Ensure accurate and timely updates to control activities and compliance requirements. Perform walkthroughs of new processes to be implemented and prepare control activities to mitigate highlighted risks in the processes. Work with external parties to facilitate management testing of SOX controls. Work with process owners to implement corrective actions and remediation plans. Monitor compliance with SOX policies and procedures across various departments. Assist in periodic reviews and assessments of control environments. Collaborate with internal teams, external auditors, and consultants to ensure alignment on SOX compliance requirements. Capabilities and experience the candidate will have: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (required). 1–2 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, compliance, or SOX-related roles (preferred). Strong understanding of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO). Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with audit software (Workiva). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities. Prior experience in working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 will be a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr