Job Description Job Description: Senior Associate– SOX
n Experience: 3–9 years
n Industry: Manufacturing (Mandatory)
n Background: Big 4 experience (Mandatory)
n Shift Timings: 3:00pm to 12:00 am IST
n Location: Gurugram/Mumbai
n Role Overview
n We are seeking a high-performing Senior Associate / Assistant Manager with strong SOX and ICFR expertise, specifically within the manufacturing industry. The role requires hands-on experience in testing complex SOX areas, working independently with process owners, and delivering high-quality workpapers under tight timelines.
n The ideal candidate is analytically sharp, detail-oriented, and confident handling complex processes and judgments.
n Key Responsibilities
n n Perform end-to-end SOX testing (ToD & ToE) across business and IT-dependent controls
n Independently test complex and judgmental areas, including but not limited to:
n Inventory valuation & reserves
n Standard costing & variance analysis
n Revenue recognition (manufacturing-specific scenarios)
n Fixed assets & capitalization
n Journal entries and management review controls
n Prepare and review SOX workpapers in line with PCAOB and Big 4 standards
n Perform walkthroughs and control design assessments
n Identify control gaps, deficiencies, and support remediation efforts
n Coordinate directly with process owners, controllership,



and external auditors
n Review junior team members' work and provide on-the-job coaching
n Support SOX scoping, risk assessment, and annual planning activities
n Ensure adherence to timelines, quality standards, and documentation requirements
n n Required Skills & Experience
n n 3–9 years of experience in SOX / ICFR, preferably in a Big 4 environment
n Mandatory experience in manufacturing industry
n Strong understanding of COSO framework
n Proven experience testing complex SOX controls
n Hands-on exposure to:
n ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
n Data analytics–enabled testing (good to have)
n Strong documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
n Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
n Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
n n Preferred Qualifications
n n CA / CPA / ACCA (or pursuing)
n Experience working with US-listed companies
n Exposure to PCAOB audits
n Prior client-facing or offshore–onsite coordination experience
n n What We're Looking For
n n Someone who is technically strong, execution-focused, and audit-ready
n Comfortable pushing back with facts and analysis
n Able to handle pressure, complexity, and ambiguity
n Quality-focused with a solid ownership mindset
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