SOX Compliance Specialist

A unique opportunity awaits a SOX Compliance Specialist in the gaming industry. Reporting directly to the Head of Internal Controls and SOX Compliance, this role requires experience within the online gaming and a solid understanding of IFRS. The ideal individual will possess exceptional time management, leadership, and planning abilities, along with keen attention to detail, strong communication skills, problem-solving aptitude, critical thinking, and proficiency with technology and software. Your responsibilities will include ensuring compliance through regular quality assessments, providing training, and maintaining ongoing collaboration with the finance team and key stakeholders.

 

Responsibilities:

• Perform robust scoping and risk assessment efforts for management’s SOX annual planning
• Perform walk-throughs of Key Processes and maintain up to date documentation
• Lead and manage updates/development of current risk and control matrixes
• Identify new material transactions, develop risks and control matrixes and implement new controls
• Monitor progress against Sox and Internal Audit timelines, execution of plans and report statuses
• Invest in the training and development of the finance team and other departments involved in internal controls
• Work closely with External and Internal auditors over changes to the risk assessment and controls
• Design a timeline for walk-throughs and Controls testing
• Ensure quality and consistency of controls execution through monitoring tools and regular check-ins
• Develop clear and realistic plans to tackle any identified areas of material weakness or significant deficiency

Requirements:

• CA(SA) preferable or similar qualification
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in Internal controls (US SOX)
• IFRS knowledge and experience
• Proven experience to lead and take ownership of projects from conception to completion
• Ability and flexibility to work well under tight deadlines, prioritize and multi-task
• Ability to adjust priorities and manage time appropriately
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across departments.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to foster good working relationships with external advisors and auditors

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