Sr. Manager, SOX Compliance

Job description

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do... Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future. General Summary This position is responsible for leading the Company’s financial compliance and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program, ensuring a strong internal control environment, regulatory compliance, and effective cross-functional collaboration to support accurate and reliable financial reporting. Essential Job Accountabilities Oversee the company’s SOX compliance program in alignment with Sections 404 and 302 to ensure strong internal control environment and regulatory compliance Design, implement, and monitor internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), including annual scoping, risk assessments and process documentation to support accurate and reliable financial reporting Lead the company’s anti-fraud risk assessment and implement preventative controls to mitigate financial, operational risks and reputational risks Collaborate with Internal Audit, IT, and business leaders to coordinate SOX walkthroughs, testing, and timely remediation of control deficiencies Monitor regulatory developments and industry best practices to continuously strengthen and modernize the company’s compliance framework Provide training and guidance to process owners and control operators to promote understanding of SOX requirements and consistent execution of internal controls Integrate compliance and internal control considerations into system implementations, acquisitions, and business changes to reduce risk and support sustainable growth Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and scalability of compliance activities Prepare and present regular SOX program updates to senior leadership to communicate risks, progress, and remediation status and support informed decision-making Promote a culture of accountability and integrity by partnering across departments to reinforce compliance standards and strengthen internal controls Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration preferred Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required Additional professional certifications, such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), are highly desirable Work Experience 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or audit with a strong focus on internal controls and financial compliance Minimum of 3–5 years of direct experience managing or leading a Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program within a public company environment Prior experience coordinating with internal and external auditors, including managing SOX testing, walkthroughs, and remediation activities Experience supporting compliance during system implementations, business transformations, or M&A activities Background in public accounting or internal audit, preferably with a Big Four or large national firm preferred Demonstrated success leading cross-functional projects and mentoring teams within a complex, fast-paced environment Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Deep understanding of SOX regulations, ICFR, COSO framework, GAAP, and PCAOB standards Experience working with large ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risk and design effective internal controls Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders at all levels High attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to integrity and ethical standards Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive continuous improvement in compliance processes Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and reporting Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, scalable business processes Experience with compliance and financial close tools such as Workiva (Wdesk), OneStream, or similar platforms preferred Commitment to fostering a culture of accountability, compliance, and operational excellence Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additional Requirements Comply, understand, and support company safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment Ability and willingness to abide by company’s code of conduct daily Valid driver’s license Occasional travel may be required #LI-SG1 Our Benefits at a Glance: Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more. Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately. Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States. Base Salary Range: $146,948.00 - $220,424.00 Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors. ​ About Granite Construction Incorporated Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here . Notice to Staffing Agencies Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.