SOX & Internal Controls Manager

Everything would be very different without ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company. Buildings. Vehicles. Home appliances. Technology products. All of them are made of our steel. And our steel is made by you. Working to the highest standards and putting safety first, you can join us to create the steel that tomorrow’s world will be made of.         

We are seeking leaders to help us transform the future of steel, who want to impact the world with innovative ideas, boldness and creativity.

For us, people who think differently generate innovative solutions and more creative responses to challenges. Therefore, we value diversity as a source of new perspectives for business and promote an inclusive work environment, in which everyone has the same opportunities for human and professional development.

And naturally you expect a fair salary, paid holidays and other benefits. And of course, you are looking for job satisfaction. What else is there? At ArcelorMittal North America the answer is there is a lot more. 

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SOX & Internal Controls Manager 

The SOX & Internal Controls Manager position oversees the company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program and internal financial controls that are determined by the markets we serve within the North America region.

The key responsibilities and accountabilities include:

• Execution of full SOX program - risk assessment, walkthrough and process documentation controls testing, remediation, and design of controls;

• Drive and monitor completion of SOX program as per requirements of global calendar, including quality reviews, and direct responsibility for all work related to control improvement and/or remediation of design deficiencies;

• Coordinate the annual SOX scoping, risk assessment and SOX compliance workplan;

• Coordinate with external consultants and external auditors to facilitate SOX audits and reviews; (5) Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the impact of new business initiatives on SOX compliance;

• Interact with compliance teams, regulatory groups, and other company personnel to build relationships, address compliance issues, develop advocacy plans and resolve problems;

• Developing and maintaining a system of internal controls framework in alignment with SOX requirements;

• Maintain documentation of internal controls and procedures, both for internal controls and SOX key controls to ensure compliance with SOX regulations;

• Ensure the execution (planning and managing all activities) of the annual SOX assessment work, including performance of annual risk assessments, review of risk and control matrices, performance of internal control testing, creation and implementation of management remediation plans, and evaluation of control deficiencies;

• Provide training and guidance to employees on SOX requirements and compliance procedures;

• Analyze and report on the effectiveness of SOX controls to senior management and stakeholders;

• Serve as subject matter expert and the primary point of contact for SOX-related inquiries and issues, resolving them in a timely manner;

• Monitor regulatory developments, changes in SOX regulations, and industry best practices, ensuring timely updates to internal processes and controls;

• Identifying opportunities to streamline the SOX compliance process and improve efficiencies, implementing process improvements;

• Promote the improvement of the internal control environment through mapping processes, optimizing controls and mitigating risks;

• Support management, by recommending improvements in design and operating effectiveness of SOX controls and internal controls put in place by management;

• Participate in special projects and initiatives to ensure potential internal control and process gaps are adequately addressed. Determine the SOX scope impact of changes to financial processes and IT systems;

• Partner with IT department to ensure appropriate IT controls design on current and/or future state processes and implementation and design of appropriate compensating controls;

• Perform deficiency assessment, evaluation, and remediation processes, and ensure that deficiencies are monitored for proper remediation and analytical review is performed to identify potential systemic trends;

• Real time follow-up on deficiencies, remediation, and gap closure with the business and ITGC;

• Participate actively in the regular steering calls with management, external auditors and Global Assurance on SOX and internal controls matters as and when required; and

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

This position requires:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Accountancy, or Finance and 8 years related (progressive, post-baccalaureate) experience.

• Must also have 12 months of experience with each of the following:

  • Identifying key risks and controls, developing and reviewing audit programs, benchmarking financial and operational processes and controls, and performing controls optimization;

  • Deploying technical internal audit processes, controls, evaluations, and testing methodologies, and other financial and operational internal control methodologies;

  • Applying Sarbanes-Oxley Act's regulations and compliance requirements;

  • Participating in planning and scoping reviews, meeting with stakeholders, walking through business processes, and executing audit testing and assessment of the adequacy of the design and operating effectiveness of controls to mitigate key risks identified;

  • Leveraging industry-specific expertise in public accounting practices and procedures, COSO Framework, corporate governance, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial and operational fraud risk management, anti-fraud internal controls, and IT process controls; and

  • Using internal audit technology tools for planning, design, performance, testing, and reporting of risk, and making recommendations on improving the control environment.

  • Employer will accept experience gained concurrently.

Other

• Full-time position located in Schererville, IN. 

• Telecommuting permissible one day per week.

• Must reside within commuting distance of Schererville, IN office.

• About 20% of domestic and international travel is required.

• Pre-employment background check required.

• Please apply online at https://najobs.arcelormittal.com/.

What we’ll offer 

We offer competitive salary, bonus, paid vacation, 401k employer match, health insurance, prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance etc. 

Call to action 

Join us and you’ll see your work help create renewable energy, impact major industries and boost economies. At ArcelorMittal North America we’ll help you make your world.