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SOX Consultant – Contract

  • Toronto, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 18, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Contract
Experience level
Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Apply by
Oct 14, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level
Application method
Direct apply is available

Job summary

Perform SOX and ICFR control testing and conduct process walkthroughs to assess the effectiveness of internal controls. Maintain control matrices and documentation while coordinating with internal and external auditors to remediate deficiencies.

Job details

SOX Consultant – Contract Our client, a large and complex organization, is looking for an experienced SOX / ICFR Consultant to support its internal controls, compliance, and financial reporting environment. This is a contract opportunity suited for someone with strong hands-on experience in SOX / C-SOX, ICFR, control testing, walkthroughs, and audit support. The successful candidate will work closely with Finance, Internal Audit, External Audit, and business/control owners to ensure key financial controls are properly designed, documented, tested, and remediated. Key Responsibilities Perform SOX / C-SOX and ICFR control testing across key financial processes. Conduct process and control walkthroughs with business and control owners. Assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls. Review and maintain process narratives, control matrices, flowcharts, and supporting documentation. Identify control deficiencies, gaps, and areas of risk. Support the development and tracking of remediation plans. Prepare clear and complete audit working papers and testing documentation. Coordinate supporting documentation and evidence for Internal and External Audit. Work with Finance and business stakeholders to improve the overall control environment. Provide recommendations for process and control improvements. Monitor outstanding audit findings and remediation activities. Qualifications 4+ years of experience in SOX, ICFR, Internal Controls, Internal Audit, or External Audit. Strong hands-on experience performing control walkthroughs and control testing. Good understanding of financial reporting processes including areas such as: General Ledger Financial Close Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Revenue Payroll Fixed Assets Experience assessing control design and operating effectiveness. Strong understanding of audit documentation and working-paper standards. Experience working with Internal Audit and/or External Audit teams. Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills. Advanced Excel skills. Nice to Have CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent designation. Big 4 or other public accounting experience. Experience within a large publicly traded or regulated organization. Experience with ITGCs, ERP controls, SAP, Oracle, or other large ERP environments. Experience supporting control remediation or process-improvement initiatives. Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently. You should be able to challenge existing processes professionally, identify control gaps, communicate findings clearly, and work collaboratively with Finance, Audit, and business stakeholders. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply or reach out directly for additional details send Resume to Divya@ifgpr.com

What you’ll do

Perform SOX and ICFR control testing and conduct process walkthroughs to assess the effectiveness of internal controls. Maintain control matrices and documentation while coordinating with internal and external auditors to remediate deficiencies.

Requirements

Requires over 4 years of experience in SOX, ICFR, or audit with a strong understanding of financial reporting processes. Proficiency in Excel and experience with audit working-paper standards are essential.

Listed skills

  • Financial Reporting · Preferred
  • Process Improvement · Preferred
  • Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • SOX
  • ICFR
  • Control Testing
  • Walkthroughs
  • Audit Support
  • Financial Reporting
  • Risk Assessment
  • Remediation Planning
  • Audit Documentation
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Advanced Excel
  • Internal Audit
  • External Audit
  • General Ledger
  • Process Improvement

Job areas

  • Finance & Accounting
  • Consulting
  • Management & Leadership

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