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General Summary
Essential Job Accountabilities
Oversee the company’s SOX compliance program in alignment with Sections 404 and 302 to ensure strong internal control environment and regulatory compliance
Design, implement, and monitor internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), including annual scoping, risk assessments and process documentation to support accurate and reliable financial reporting
Lead the company’s anti-fraud risk assessment and implement preventative controls to mitigate financial, operational risks and reputational risks
Collaborate with Internal Audit, IT, and business leaders to ensure timely remediation of control deficiencies
Monitor regulatory developments and industry best practices to continuously strengthen and modernize the company’s compliance framework
Provide training and guidance to process owners and control operators to promote understanding of SOX requirements and consistent execution of internal controls
Integrate compliance and internal control considerations into system implementations, acquisitions, and business changes to reduce risk and support sustainable growth
Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and scalability of compliance activities
Prepare and present regular SOX program updates to senior leadership to communicate risks, progress, and remediation status and support informed decision-making
Promote a culture of accountability and integrity by partnering across departments to reinforce compliance standards and strengthen internal controls
Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required
Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration preferred
Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required
Work Experience
10+ years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or audit with a strong focus on internal controls and financial compliance
Minimum of 3–5 years of direct experience managing or leading a Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program within a public company environment
Prior experience coordinating with internal and external auditors, including managing SOX testing, walkthroughs, and remediation activities
Experience supporting compliance during system implementations, business transformations, or M&A activities
Background in public accounting or internal audit, preferably with a Big Four or large national firm preferred
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional projects and mentoring teams within a complex, fast-paced environment
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Deep understanding of SOX regulations, ICFR, COSO framework, GAAP, and PCAOB standards
Experience working with large ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risk and design effective internal controls
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders at all levels
High attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to integrity and ethical standards
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive continuous improvement in compliance processes
Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and reporting
Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, scalable business processes
Experience with compliance and financial close tools such as Workiva (Wdesk), OneStream, or similar platforms preferred
Commitment to fostering a culture of accountability, compliance, and operational excellence
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Requirements
Comply, understand, and support company safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
Ability and willingness to abide by company’s code of conduct daily
Valid driver’s license
Occasional travel may be required
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Our Benefits at a Glance:
Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.
Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.
Base Salary Range:
$146,948.00 - $220,424.00Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.
About Granite Construction Incorporated
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
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Notice to Staffing Agencies
Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Active Certified Public Accountant designation
- 10 or more years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, or audit, focused on internal controls and financial compliance
- 3 to 5 years of direct experience managing or leading a SOX compliance program within a public company
- Experience coordinating with internal and external auditors, including SOX testing, walkthroughs, and remediation
- Experience supporting compliance during system implementations, business transformations, or mergers and acquisitions
- Experience leading cross-functional projects and mentoring teams
- Deep understanding of SOX regulations, ICFR, COSO, GAAP, and PCAOB standards
- Strong analytical, risk assessment, internal control design, communication, and project management skills
- Experience working with large ERP systems
- Valid driver’s license
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- Background in public accounting or internal audit with a Big Four or large national firm
- Experience with JD Edwards
- Experience with Workiva Wdesk, OneStream, or similar compliance and financial close platforms
What We Do
Granite Construction is a major U.S. heavy civil contractor and construction materials producer. Since 1922, it has built infrastructure projects including highways, bridges, dams, rail, and power facilities. The company provides construction services across mining, earthwork, water and sewer, power, tunneling, rail, highway, and bridge work, while also producing gravel, ready-mix, recycled asphalt products, and asphalt concrete. It serves public and private clients throughout the Americas.
