SOX Analyst Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of SOX analyst. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for group-wide leadership for the development and support of financial reporting risk and control activities, including the SOX framework, Minimum Common Financial Control (MCFC) framework, and coordination with other assurance functions.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• MS SharePoint and Excel
• Expertise in internal controls over financial reporting
• Expertise with technical SOX compliance and/or control testing
• Strong background in Accounting, Financial Reporting and/or Auditing
• Knowledge on HFM and/or SAP
• Certification preferred CISA, CISSP, or other relevant security certifications
• Experience evaluating ITGC of various financial applications
• Developing and implementing strategies for all GBS activities relating to compliance

In response to your job posting for SOX analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for reasonable assurance as to the company’s compliance with such internal controls; and coordinate and assess Celgene’s compliance with the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 including industry best practices.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley preferred
• Proficiency in full suite of Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and Visio
• Demonstrated knowledge of operational field activity processing and associated systems
• Working knowledge of SOX and related standards
• Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• BS in Accounting/Finance, CPA/CIA preferred
• In depth knowledge and experience in SOX, COSO framework and US GAAP
• Strong financial systems and business application skills including SAP, Essbase, BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation), Business Objects, Excel, Filemaker, and Keynote

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the SOX analyst position.

Previously, I was responsible for governance over AIG’s SOX PRC (Process, Risks, and Controls) framework, through interactions with first line business stakeholders globally, ensuring appropriate control design.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Overseeing the design and implementation of internal controls over financial reporting
• Managing daily operations in support of financial controls testing for SOX 404 compliance
• Reviewing financial reporting, identifies process deficiencies and improvements
• Reporting test results to top management
• Staying abreast of changes in regulations to ensure the GBS organization's timely compliance
• Serving as liaison between internal and external auditors
• Leading the maintenance of process and controls documentation
• Good knowledge of processes within R2R, P2P, I2C and HR processes

Please consider me for the SOX analyst opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for governance over AIG’s SOX PRC (Process, Risks, and Controls) framework, by leading interactions with first line business stakeholders globally, ensuring appropriate control design.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Familiar with ERP systems (strong preference for SAP and JDE)
• Known complexities in relation to shared services organizations
• Strong understanding of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) and Payment Card Industry (PCI) regulations
• Strong knowledge with Microsoft Office - including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with compliance testing and controls assessment
• Formal education in audit, technical field or equivalent experience
• Certifications such as CISA or CISSP are an advantage
• Working knowledge or experience in internal controls preferred

Please consider me for the SOX analyst opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership for innovation and continuous improvement of internal control framework, including the integration of multiple compliance requirements.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• In depth understanding of IFRS and willingness to learn with updates
• Familiar with SOX Policies ideal
• Strong Understanding of Internal Controls/Risk Assessment
• Knowledge of GAAP, Accounting Policy/Procedures
• Some knowledge and experience with Sarbanes-Oxley 404/302 desirable
• Assist in testing of risk based testing strategy which includes facilitating walkthroughs, test of design, development of test scripts for test of execution, collection of evidence, coordination of testing resources, testing, and status updates
• Coordinate with Process/Control Owner on testing schedule, process changes evidence gathering, analysis of potential issues, and evaluation of confirmed deficiencies
• Track the status of deficiencies and their remediation by process owners