SOX Auditor - Remote Opportunity (Finance)

Description

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey ahead. And we want you to join us in shaping a future we can all be proud to share-in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At KinderCare Learning Companies, you'll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we're all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.

The SOX Auditor will focus on Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance. The successful candidate will operate as subject matter expert within the Internal Audit Services Team, reporting to the Director of Internal Controls. In this role, you'll demonstrate your SOX compliance experience and knowledge to assist the Company with both the improvement and maintenance of a SOX compliance program. Our ideal candidate is an experienced individual contributor who thinks independently, communicates clearly, has strong project management skills, and drives action in a cross-functional environment. The SOX Auditor is responsible for driving KinderCare's SOX risk assessment and prioritization, Section 404 testing of design and operational efficiency, deficiency management, Control Self-Assessments, SOX related certifications (e.g., Section 302, etc.) and assisting with various reporting activities to management.
Responsibilities:

• Improve and maintain the company's SOX compliance program, ensuring documentation, evidence, and controls are accurate and up to date
• Partner with business teams to support SOX compliance and provide mentorship on internal control processes
• Build positive relationships and act as a business partner to help team members navigate SOX requirements
• Conduct risk assessments, develop SOX scope and control test plans, and complete SOX Section 404 testing
• Supervise and remediate SOX deficiencies, validate remediations, and support SOX certifications (e.g., Section 302)
• Prepare SOX reports, memos, presentations, and provide training on internal controls and compliance
• Address SOX impacts from system or process changes and assist with special projects assigned by leadership
• Collaborate with external auditors and business partners to design and implement effective controls

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related degree or equivalent experience
• 2 years of related audit & accounting experience - SOX experience required
• Professional certification including CPA, CGMA, CMA, CIA, CFE, or CISA
• Experience in a public company SOX compliance program, including a working knowledge of COSO, PCAOB, COBIT, including a proven understanding of the concepts of control risk, design, operation, and IUC
• Solid understanding of accounting concepts (US GAAP), finance processes, and general business
• Familiarity with financial systems as they relate to reviewing and improving internal controls
• Sophisticated knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.)
• Experience with both business process and IT controls highly preferred
• Big 4 experience preferred.

Our benefits meet you where you are. We're here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:

• Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
• Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
• Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
• Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, unlimited paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
• ... and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we're matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you'll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you're anything like us, you'll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.