SOX Compliance Associate

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Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands, Western Cape, ZAF
In-Office
Mid level
Financial Services
The Role
Perform SOX compliance testing and ITGC reviews for UK and US clients, identify control deficiencies, prepare testing documentation, support multiple engagements, and advise on remediation and best practices.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-driven SOX Compliance professional to join our team. The successful candidate will work with a UK-based client to deliver compliance services across multiple engagements for both US and UK companies. You will be responsible for performing controls testing, ITGC reviews, and ensuring compliance with SOX requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional looking to build a career in compliance and controls assurance.


Key Responsibilities
  • Perform detailed SOX compliance testing, including walkthroughs, control design assessments, and operating effectiveness testing.

  • Execute IT General Controls (ITGCs) testing to assess systems, processes, and IT environments for compliance.

  • Identify control deficiencies and work with client teams to recommend remediation and improvements.

  • Prepare clear, accurate, and high-quality working papers and testing documentation.

  • Support multiple client engagements simultaneously across UK and US-listed companies.

  • Work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure compliance activities meet strict deadlines and reporting requirements.

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of SOX requirements, IT controls frameworks, and best practice.

  • Apply professional scepticism and judgement in evaluating risks and controls.

  • Deliver client service to a high standard while maintaining strong professional relationships.



Requirements

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

  • Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA(SA), ACA, or ACCA) with 3 years’ articles completed.

  • Strong experience in external audit, with exposure to controls testing (financial controls and ITGCs).

  • Knowledge of SOX requirements and internal controls frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT) preferred.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with audit and compliance software an advantage.

  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written), with the ability to interact confidently with clients and colleagues.

  • High attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

  • A proactive team player with a strong sense of accountability and ownership



Benefits
  • Exposure to UK and US multinational clients.

  • Opportunity to develop specialised expertise in SOX compliance and IT controls.

  • Career progression within a growing team focused on assurance and compliance.

  • Supportive, professional, and collaborative environment.



Skills Required

  • Chartered Accountant (CA(SA), ACA, or ACCA) with 3 years articles completed
  • Experience in external audit with exposure to controls testing (financial controls and ITGCs)
  • Knowledge of SOX requirements and internal controls frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Experience with audit and compliance software
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
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The Company
HQ: Bristol
512 Employees
Year Founded: 1992

What We Do

TC Group | 0330 088 7111 | http://www.tc-group.com TC Group is a highly innovative, leading edge firm of accountants and professional advisers. Officially one of the fastest growing Top 30 UK firms with offices across the South West, South East, London, Midlands and the North, we are the first to offer a full range of complementary professional services in the areas of financial planning, legal and HR. We are also at the forefront of technology, having won Xero’s Emerging Partner of the Year, and shortlisted for Large Partner of the Year awards in recent years. Our unrivalled levels of knowledge and experience, combined with a genuinely unique service offering, allow us to provide clients and the wider public with the highest level of quality, bespoke business solutions.

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