SOX- Business Process

Valueonshore ('VOS') Advisors · Gurugram, India

Job Description: Senior Associate– SOX

Experience: 3–9 years

Industry: Manufacturing (Mandatory)

Background: Big 4 experience (Mandatory)

Shift Timings: 3:00pm to 12:00 am IST

Location: Gurugram/Mumbai

Role Overview

We are seeking a high-performing Senior Associate / Assistant Manager with strong SOX and ICFR expertise, specifically within the manufacturing industry. The role requires hands-on experience in testing complex SOX areas, working independently with process owners, and delivering high-quality workpapers under tight timelines.

The ideal candidate is analytically sharp, detail-oriented, and confident handling complex processes and judgments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end SOX testing (ToD & ToE) across business and IT-dependent controls
• Independently test complex and judgmental areas, including but not limited to:
• Inventory valuation & reserves
• Standard costing & variance analysis
• Revenue recognition (manufacturing-specific scenarios)
• Fixed assets & capitalization
• Journal entries and management review controls
• Prepare and review SOX workpapers in line with PCAOB and Big 4 standards
• Perform walkthroughs and control design assessments
• Identify control gaps, deficiencies, and support remediation efforts
• Coordinate directly with process owners, controllership, and external auditors
• Review junior team members’ work and provide on-the-job coaching
• Support SOX scoping, risk assessment, and annual planning activities
• Ensure adherence to timelines, quality standards, and documentation requirements

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–9 years of experience in SOX / ICFR, preferably in a Big 4 environment
• Mandatory experience in manufacturing industry
• Strong understanding of COSO framework
• Proven experience testing complex SOX controls
• Hands-on exposure to:
• ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
• Data analytics–enabled testing (good to have)
• Strong documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Preferred Qualifications

• CA / CPA / ACCA (or pursuing)
• Experience working with US-listed companies
• Exposure to PCAOB audits
• Prior client-facing or offshore–onsite coordination experience

What We’re Looking For

• Someone who is technically strong, execution-focused, and audit-ready
• Comfortable pushing back with facts and analysis
• Able to handle pressure, complexity, and ambiguity
• Quality-focused with a strong ownership mindset