Vice President, SOX & Controls
UNITED STATES, NY, NEW YORK
- $83,000 p/year
- Accountancy & Accounting
- Full-time
- SOX compliance
- internal controls
- SOX testing
The Vice President, SOX & Controls at BNY leads SOX testing programs, coordinates with business partners and auditors, and ensures effective internal control compliance. This role involves reviewing control processes, producing documentation, mentoring team members, and driving automation and remediation efforts. A background in internal audit or public accounting, along with CPA/CA certification, is preferred to succeed in managing financial control risks and compliance activities.
Vice President, SOX & Controls
At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.
Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.
We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President to join our SOX & Controls team. This role is located in New York, NY.
In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:
- Support the Group Manager in the execution of the SOX testing program by taking ownership of assigned reviews and delivering the following key activities:
- Coordinating closely with our Business Partners and external auditors.
- Conducting control narrative refreshes
- Coordinating and leading Process walkthroughs with our Business Partners
- Testing the design and operational effectiveness for key controls
- Produce high quality work papers to clearly document testing performed, results and conclusions.
- Effective team player – taking a leading role on special projects and ad-hoc activities.
- Provide guidance and support to junior members of the team and the S&C wider team.
- Identify opportunities to leverage information technology systems and automation in a practical and value-add way.
- Evaluate potential financial impact of control deficiencies and coordinate with control owners on remediation plans including following through to ensure corrective actions are achieved within agreed timescales.
- Establish strong working relationships with stakeholders across all levels and departments of the organization.
- Serve as a trusted liaison for control owners, as well as for our internal and external auditors.
To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:
- Bachelor’s Degree is required.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in SOX testing, Internal Audit, Public Accounting Audit or a combination of private and public accounting (preferred but not required).
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) certification is preferred.
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Our Benefits and Rewards:
BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $83,000 and $179,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the BNY total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and Company-sponsored benefit programs.
This position is at-will and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, change in geographic location, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
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