Are you passionate about internal controls? We are seeking a candidate to coordinate with the Finance Transformation team regarding Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX). Reporting directly to the SOX Strategies and Operations Manager, this role will assist in identifying SOX implications and implementing SOX solutions for strategic initiatives aimed at modernizing and optimizing our finance controller functions. This role will contribute to scaling a modern, risk-aligned, and world-class SOX program. The ideal candidate will possess a strong combination of deep SOX business process, accounting, and operational finance expertise, and a passion for innovation in transforming financial processes.

Description

This is a high-impact role responsible for SOX oversight of the Finance Transformation team-from governance and reporting to process transformation and automation.

• Assist in shaping the future state of our financial controller organizations and business partnering capabilities, leveraging technology, process re-engineering, and data analytics to enhance the efficiency and strategic impact of these critical areas.

• Identify the SOX implications and opportunities as the Finance Transformation team transforms our operational finance functions.

• Evaluate, recommend, and oversee the implementation of new financial technologies and tools to automate operational finance tasks, improve data quality for financial reporting and business insights, and enable advanced analytics within the control environment, with a strong emphasis on leveraging Gen AI capabilities for reconciliation, anomaly detection, and automated control monitoring in these areas.

• Effective stakeholder management is paramount, necessitating close collaboration with finance leadership, Information Systems and Technology (IS&T), and various business functions to ensure successful project delivery and the seamless adoption of new processes and systems. Additionally, the role entails developing and implementing robust change management strategies, encompassing communication plans, training programs, and user adoption initiatives, to facilitate a smooth transition for accounting and operational finance teams.

• Enhance the SOX program methodologies through process improvements, automation, and the deployment of advanced technologies.

• Lead training programs for internal stakeholders, ensuring their awareness of SOX requirements, fraud risk, and internal controls.

Preferred Qualifications

12 + years of SOX, internal audit, external audit, or compliance leadership experience, preferably in the technology sector.

Demonstrated ability to influence and align stakeholder groups.

Experience with program enablement and stakeholder success programs.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent; additional certifications (Certified Information Systems Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Project Management Professional (PMP) are desirable.

Minimum Qualifications

8 + years of SOX, internal audit, external audit, or compliance leadership experience, preferably in the technology sector.

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or management information systems.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,300 and $263,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

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