Director - SOX Compliance - WD - Western Digital - Irvine

Job description
The Director SOX Compliance is responsible for the compliance of the internal control environment in accordance with SOX. The Director is expected to effectively interact with the process and control owners from the Finance teams and business units, as well as with internal auditors and external auditors. Current knowledge of US GAAP, Sox, COSO and PCAOB requirements is critical for success. Expected travel is approximately 25% to San Jose, CA. International travel may be required. This position will report to the Corporate Controller.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Manage the company’s Sox compliance program worldwide
Perform risk assessments to ensure proper design of control activities, evaluation of key controls and appropriate/sufficient documentation
Support process owners in maintaining and updating their process narratives/flowcharts; and control owners in ensuring the appropriate/sufficient evidence of controls
Key liaison for the external and internal auditors for Sox testing; manage the evaluation, documentation and remediation of control deficiencies

Align with the business units to understand new transactions, business process changes and organizational changes that have a potential internal controls impact
Manage the evaluation of the effectiveness of the design and operation of disclosure controls and procedures and the evaluation of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, as well as other requirements in support of the CEO/CFO certifications
Monitor PCAOB requirements and the assess the impact to the company
Lead the transition to COSO 2013
Identify opportunities for process and efficiency improvement

Desired Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field
13+ years of experience including Sr. Manager level with Big 4
CPA required
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SOX and COSO
Advanced degree preferred (MBA)
Strong leadership and project management skills, ability to interact with management, excellent verbal and written communication skills

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