Description

Sr. Consultant Internal Controls over Financial reporting (SOX)

Duration: 5 months | Possibility of Extension

Location: on-site work at Halifax for 4 days a week for candidates in Located in Halifax, the work can be structured remotely for candidates in AST and EST time zones.

The opportunity:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Consultant with strong experience in SOX/ICFR programs to support a key client engagement. The Senior Consultant will perform advanced process documentation, testing of design and operating effectiveness, and support remediation and reporting activities. This role requires the ability to work independently while collaborating closely with stakeholders across Finance, IT, and Internal Audit.

This role is well-suited for professionals with prior experience in public companies, professional services firms, external audit, consulting, or Big 4 environments. Candidates who hold a CPA or are pursuing the designation are preferred.

What you will do:

· Document detailed narratives, flowcharts, risk/control matrices, and business process controls

· Execute tests of design and operating effectiveness for key SOX controls

· Conduct walkthroughs and obtain supporting evidence from process owners

· Identify control deficiencies and support root cause analysis

· Assist in developing and monitoring remediation plans

· Support Managers and Senior Managers with reporting and program oversight

· Collaborate with Finance, IT, Internal Audit, and external auditors

· Guide Consultants and junior team members, as needed

Your qualifications:

· 4–7 years of experience in SOX/ICFR, Internal Audit, or Risk Advisory

· Strong understanding of the COSO framework and SOX 404 requirements

· Experience in a professional services environment or Big 4 firm is considered an asset

· Demonstrated experience interacting with auditors and senior stakeholders

· CPA, CIA, or equivalent designation preferred or active enrollment

· Excellent communication skills and strong analytical capabilities

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Math, Computer Science, or related field