Manager Internal Controls (SOX)

As a Manager of Internal Controls (SOX) at Solstice, you will play a key role in supporting the design, implementation, and oversight of our internal control environment while providing guidance and training to the organization on control-related matters. This position will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to evaluate internal control design, identify control gaps, help develop remediation plans, and monitor the implementation of controls. Join us and be a part of a team dedicated to the continuous improvement of our control environment and the overall success of our organization.

You will report directly to our Director of Internal Controls (SOX), and you'll work out of our Morris Plains, New Jersey location on a hybrid work schedule.
 

• Support internal control and SOX initiatives across the global organization as a technical resource on all SOX matters, including development, refinement, and documentation of internal control matters and related items.
• Assist with the risk assessment of key accounts and processes, as part of determining the annual SOX scope.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors on all elements of SOX program administration and execution.
• Assist with the review and refresh of the SOX risk and control matrices so that control-related documentation remains current and reflective of our internal control environment.
• Coordinate deficiency remediation activities and root cause analysis with control owners, and develop/support monitoring and reporting related to remediation efforts. 
• Support the coordination, execution, analysis, and reporting of SOX 302 and 906 control certifications and sub-certifications throughout the year.
• Identify and lead projects to ensure continuous improvement and standardization of processes and related controls.
• Assist with cross-functional coordination of internal audit, IT, and business teams to establish annual objectives, provide periodic updates on status, and resolve related issues.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations to be shared with C-level leadership and the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Support the continuous refinement of the internal control framework and policies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide training and guidance to process and control owners on control-related policies and procedures.
• Monitor evolving business environment for changes that may impact the company’s internal controls.
• Stay updated on changes in regulatory requirements and industry best practices and identify required enhancements to Company controls, policies and procedures.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal controls, risk management, or Internal or external audit
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and SOX regulatory requirements
• Strong understanding of the annual SOX lifecycle
• CPA certification or actively pursuing the certification
   

WE VALUE

• Experience in Big 4 public accounting firm with service to mid or large cap public companies or similar role in a corporate finance organization, including Controllership or Internal Audit, of a mid-cap or larger public company.
• Strong understanding of SOX, the COSO 2013 Internal Controls Framework, business processes and controls, and IT controls
• Experience performing risk assessments, scoping entities relevant to management’s internal control environment, and identifying appropriate controls based on nature and risk associated. 
• Experience developing and coordinating remediation plans
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

PAY RANGE 

The annual base salary range for this position is $131,000 - 164,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

This position is incentive plan eligible. 

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR SOLSTICE ADVANCED MATERIALS

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.

Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

About Solstice Advanced Materials

Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials.