Senior Manager of SOX & Internal Controls

Contribute to the strategic direction of the business and support impactful mission outcomes as an Internal Controls Sr Manager at GDIT. Here, you’ll enable the success of the most critical government missions and the growth of a meaningful career in Administration.

The Senior Manager of SOX and Internal Controls at GDIT leads the SOX compliance and internal audit programs and is responsible for ensuring controls are designed, implemented, and operating effectively across the business. This highly visible role reports to the GDIT Assistant Controller and works directly with General Dynamics Corporate team to support the SOX and Internal Audit functions for the Corporation. Also works directly with GDIT Finance and Operations and other General Dynamics business units.

• Oversee the GDIT SOX program, which includes coordination of annual control testing and coordination with external auditors. Coordinate as needed with General Dynamics Corporate and the GDIT IT team.
• Lead the SOX and Internal Controls team, including oversight over the internal audit vendor.
• Prepare the annual SOX Scoping and Risk Assessment and proactively monitor changes that may impact the design and/or operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Assist management with the design of controls, including acting as a liaison with Process and Control owners to ensure SOX documentation (key risks and related controls, policies & procedures, and other internal control documentation) is complete and up to date.
• Perform “as needed” walkthroughs due to changes in business processes, systems, etc. that could impact controls with input from control owners and other stakeholders, as appropriate.
• Drive process and control changes by working with process owners to gain efficiencies and to improve the control environment.
• Manage the GDIT Internal Audit program, which includes an annual risk assessment, determining the audits to be performed during the year and the respective audit plans, coordinating and overseeing the audits, and working with process owners on timely remediation plans.
• Stay informed of changes in legislation, accounting literature and regulatory guidance which impact ICFR.
• Collaborate cross functionally to design leading edge practices with a financial compliance mindset across several complex technology systems and processes.
• Drive a high standard of quality workpapers.
• Maintain close working relationships with all internal management teams as well as external auditors/consultants; ensure a deep understanding of key risks and processes of the organization.
• Assist/lead special projects related to the findings from audits/reviews.

The Sr Manager of SOX & Internal Controls must have:

● Education: Bachelor's degree required

● Experience: 5+ years of related experience

● Technical skills:

• One of the following certifications is required: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and or other related internal control certifications
• Strong knowledge/experience with the Public Company Oversight Board (PCAOB) requirements, US GAAP, ICFR and the COSO Framework
• Experience with SOX Compliance Software (Workiva preferred)
• Experience with designing, monitoring, and evaluating internal controls and SOX compliance for public companies.

● US Person

● Location: Hybrid to Falls Church, Virginia. 3+ days per week in office is expected

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

● Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home

● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.