CPA Internal Controls Manager

Job Summary

Owning the Workiva GRC platform, the full-time Internal Controls Manager will manage SOX program infrastructure, lead control walkthroughs, and develop internal controls frameworks to ensure compliance as the company prepares for its IPO, with a preference for candidates based in the Detroit, MI or Birmingham, AL areas, but allowing for remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and administer Workiva for SOX documentation, manage control workflows, and maintain the SOX status dashboard
• Lead control walkthroughs and develop Risk and Control Matrices (RCMs) while ensuring compliance with external audit expectations
• Manage the annual SOX testing cycle, liaising with external auditors and coordinating remediation efforts for identified control deficiencies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred
• 7+ years of experience in internal controls, SOX compliance, or external audit, with at least one pre-IPO SOX build experience preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required; Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) preferred
• Hands-on experience with Workiva GRC platform configuration and administration highly preferred
• Strong command of PCAOB auditing standards and SEC reporting requirements for newly public companies