SOX Compliance Accountant at SMR Acquisition LLC – Fenwick, West Virginia

Position Summary

The SOX Compliance Accountant is responsible for ensuring strong internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. This role performs detailed reviews of accounting transactions, maintains control documentation, supports audits, and provides financial analysis to strengthen reporting accuracy. The SOX Compliance Accountant will play a critical role in safeguarding the organization’s financial integrity by validating compliance with SOX standards, improving processes, and supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles.

This position is newly created due to organizational growth and expanded SOX requirements. As a publicly owned and well-funded company, we maintain a fast-paced environment with a four-day close cycle. While extended hours are expected during close and audit periods, the team maintains a healthy work-life balance and a highly collaborative culture.

Key Responsibilities

SOX Compliance & Internal Controls

Review and approve AP batches, ensuring accurate 3-way match and compliance with SOX controls.

Review and approve cash application batches in accordance with established SOX procedures.

Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and appropriate supporting documentation to meet SOX requirements.

Oversee SOX compliance activities, including maintaining internal controls, coordinating testing, conducting control reviews, and supporting internal and external audits.

Identify control gaps and proactively recommend and implement remediation actions.

Maintain and update process documentation and standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Support preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and related disclosures.

Provide detailed variance analysis and financial commentary for monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial results.

Analyze complex accounting issues and prepare technical accounting memos as needed.

Assist with budgeting and forecasting through historical analysis and financial insights.

Audit Support

Prepare audit schedules and documentation for internal and external auditors during interim and year-end audits.

Partner with audit teams to ensure timely issue resolution and smooth audit execution.

Process Improvement & Compliance

Drive continuous improvement and automation initiatives within the accounting function.

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and internal control frameworks.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience in SOX controls, accounting, or audit.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

High attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to achieve 99.9% accuracy in work.

Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and accounting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Experience working within a public company subject to SOX requirements.

Prior experience with internal or external audit.

CPA or CMA certification.

Working Conditions

On-site position in a manufacturing and office environment.

Extended hours required during month-end close and audit periods due to a four-day close cycle.

Outside of peak periods, offers flexibility and strong work-life balance within a highly collaborative team environment.

Occasional travel may be required for training or audit-related activities.