Senior Manager SOX Internal Audit

Nasdaq Internal Audit: Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Center of Excellence (CoE) team is looking for a passionate Senior Manager with focus on SOX and internal control framework, to join the Internal Audit SOX Center of Excellence team in India. If you have in-depth knowledge and practical experience dealing with risks and controls in a large, global organization, with a genuine desire and drive to support businesses that deliver top solutions to todays capital market participant, this is the place for you!

Nasdaq is continuously revolutionizing markets and undergoing transformations while we adopt new technologies to develop innovative solutions, constantly aiming to rewrite tomorrow. As SOX CoE Senior Manager, you will be responsible for improving and demonstrating internal and external partnerships to assist the team with the annual assessment of ICFR to ensure Nasdaq’s compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

We are looking for candidates with a genuine desire and drive to deliver top technology solutions to todays markets.

With this position we offer :

Join the Internal Audit SOX Center of Excellence team, the team within Nasdaq that oversees Nasdaqs compliance with the SOX regulation and is responsible for managing the organization’s SOX internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) compliance program.

Your Roles and Responsibilities include :

• As SOX CoE Senior Manager, you’ll be working with business and IT stakeholders to identify, design, document new and changes to business processes.
• You’ll collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders to design controls, analyze deficiency, determine root causes, drive remediation and identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies through automation and use of data analytics.
• Act as liaison between control/process owners, SOX testing team and external auditors, supporting SOX-related matters and tracking key metrics (i.e: testing, issue/remediation status) and staying abreast of changes in financial reporting regulations to ensure compliance, and effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
• The SOX CoE Senior Manager is responsible for improving and demonstrating internal and external partnerships to assist the team with the annual assessment of ICFR to ensure Nasdaq’s compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements/efficiencies through automation and use of data analytics where possible, and collaborate with process owners in the implementation of the solutions.
• Acting as liaison between the control and process owners with the SOX testing team and the external auditors, i.e. support and advise the SOX process and control owners on SOX related matters, and maintain program key metrics including the status of design, operational testing progress and status of issue/remediation action plans.
  
  

We expect you to have :

• At least 7+ years of experience in Audit, Risk, Technology, or Consulting.
• Extensive knowledge of internal control framework (i.e: COSO 2013), control design, operational efficiency, and IT infrastructure/ITGCs.
• Previous SOX experience across business and IT or other comparable risk/control design experience including performing walkthroughs, developing process flowcharts, identifying key controls and test of control approaches, impact analysis on issues including understanding root causes and cross-functional impacts.
• Experienced in data analytics/dashboards, AI/automation; digitally fluent with passion to understand business and IT systems.
• Excellent Communication/Collaboration Skills.
• Detail-oriented/proactive/results-driven, with ability to build trusted relationships.
• BA/BS in accounting, business administration, information systems or related field.
  
  

It would be great if you (Preferred Qualifications) :

• Have Big 4 public accounting experience with Fortune 500 clients
• Have CPA/IA/CISA certification
• Have experience in the financial services and/or technology industries
• Have the ability and willingness to travel when needed
  
  

Does it sound like you?

As the selection process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible. We will get back to you in 2-3 weeks.

What will it be like working here?

Nasdaq is a vibrant and entrepreneurial company where everyone is encouraged to take initiative, challenge status quo, and take intelligent risks. We want everyone to feel welcome and bring their authentic self to work. Every day, we are building a culture where we all feel connected, supported and empowered. We are a Hybrid-first environment that embraces work-life balance and fosters well-being.

What do we offer you?

• Annual monetary bonus.
• An opportunity to become a Nasdaq shareholder
• Employee Stock Purchase Program Nasdaq stocks with a discount
• Health Insurance Program
• Flexible working schedule and hybrid way of work
• Flex day program (up to 6 paid days off a year)
• Internal mentorship program – get a mentor or become one
• Wide selection of online learning resources, e.g., Udemy
  
  

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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