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Job Title: SOX Compliance Consultant

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated SOX Compliance Consultant to develop and implement accounting processes and controls from the ground up. This role involves leading financial reporting, revenue recognition, and inventory control efforts, while also ensuring compliance with specific accounting regulations. The ideal candidate will train and mentor team members, collaborate with external accountants, and utilize the SAP B1 (Cloud) ERP system to enhance financial operations.

Responsibilities

+ Develop and implement new accounting processes and controls.

+ Lead financial reporting, revenue recognition, and inventory control efforts.

+ Prepare journal entries and support documentation for SOX compliance.

+ Train and mentor team members on documentation and control procedures.

+ Collaborate with external accountants for month-end close and internal audit teams.

+ Utilize SAP B1 (Cloud) ERP system for report generation and financial operations.

+ Ensure compliance with specific accounting regulations.

+ Drive change management and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

+ Proven experience in hands-on accounting roles.

+ Strong understanding of journal entries, ERP systems, and internal controls.

+ Experience with SOX compliance and process development.

+ Demonstrated ability to teach and coach team members effectively.

+ Comfortable with change management and building systems from the ground up.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Approachable, collaborative, and confident in providing constructive feedback.

+ Enthusiastic about the importance of financial controls and able to inspire others.

Work Environment

This position offers a highly flexible hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office presence two days a week. For initial training, expect to be in the office more frequently during the first few weeks.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Wood Dale,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.