Senior Manager, SOX - Business Process - Instacart

Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented SOX Senior Manager – Business Processes to lead the execution of our Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, focusing on business processes. In this role, you will oversee the identification, design, and testing of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) for various operational and financial processes.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive process improvements, and ensure the organization is aligned with SOX requirements and other regulatory frameworks.

About the Role

As the SOX Senior Manager – Business Processes, you will assume ownership of the business process side of our SOX compliance program. You will lead risk assessments, manage control testing, and resolve deficiencies across key financial and operational processes. You will play a critical role in ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls, support external and internal audits, and provide thought leadership on governance and process optimization.

About the Team

You will report to the SOX Compliance leadership and collaborate closely with accounting, finance, operations, IT, and external auditors. The team is innovative, detail-oriented, and committed to developing an effective control environment that supports transparency and accountability in financial reporting.

About the Job

• SOX Compliance Leadership:
• Oversee the end-to-end SOX compliance program related to business processes and financial reporting controls.
• Lead the scoping, documentation, evaluation, and testing of key controls to ensure compliance with SOX 404 requirements.
• Risk Assessment and Control Design:
• Perform risk assessments to identify high-risk processes and controls impacting financial reporting.
• Design, document, and validate the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) for operational and financial processes.
• Testing and Deficiency Management:
• Oversee and execute walkthroughs and control testing to assess the operating effectiveness of controls.
• Identify, evaluate, and document control deficiencies, working closely with process owners to define and implement corrective actions.
• Collaboration and Training:
• Serve as a trusted advisor and partner with process owners across departments (e.g., accounting, operations, procurement) to ensure controls are integrated into business processes.
• Provide training and guidance to stakeholders on SOX requirements and best practices for control design and execution.
• Process Improvement and Automation:
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance and streamline business processes, increasing efficiency and reducing risk.
• Leverage technology solutions to automate manual processes and improve control effectiveness.
• Reporting and Audit Coordination:
• Prepare and present SOX status updates, risk assessments, and remediation progress to senior management..
• Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate their reliance on company testing procedures and address audit findings.

About You

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, CIA, or equivalent certification is highly preferred.
• 10 years of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or related fields, with a focus on business processes.
• Strong understanding of SOX 404 requirements, COSO framework, and US GAAP.
• Proven success in designing and testing controls for operational and financial processes, including procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, inventory management, and financial reporting.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree (MBA, Accounting, or a related field) is a plus.
• Experience working in a publicly traded company or with a Big Four accounting firm.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, Workday, etc. and experience supporting control audits for these systems.
• Proven ability to evaluate and implement process improvements and automation solutions.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth, or complex organizational environment.

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