Group Manager, SOX Compliance & Control

Supports senior management by helping to drive the SOX assessment program within a business/business partner area, across multiple business/business partner areas and/or across regions. Manages a team or teams of control & compliance staff responsible for SOX activities for a business area(s) and/or region(s). Manages the performance of assigned staff, coaching and guiding on SOX and strategy execution. Sets priorities and allocates resources to align with business objectives. Has a thorough understanding of control & compliance concepts including the SOX. Recognized within the business as the go to person to address SOX related matters. Serves as escalation point for SOX issues or roadblocks,, shepherds issues through to resolution.Consults on issues, questions and problems related to SOX compliance and provides guidance to senior business managers and the control & compliance staff. Works across global and regional groups to communicate SOX matters effectively to senior business management. Provides subject matter expertise to quantify SOX compliance within the business and enforces adherence to policies, procedures and guidelines. Leverages control & compliance techniques to achieve business objectives. Is accountable for supporting the resolution of complex business risk issues. Assists senior and corporate management with the development of strategic SOX assessment program elements and provides input. Ensures implementation of the assessment program and the appropriate level of SOX awareness and responsibilities among all junior level staff. Researches and analyzes the SOX Act of the assigned area of responsibility. Has a conceptual understanding of the specific risks that exist within the assigned area of responsibility and how these risks may be addressed. Works with other business units and liaises with SOX compliance staff in relation to regulatory matters. Acts and influences on behalf of senior and corporate management to guide all control & compliance management staff into compliance with government agencies. Appropriately represents SOX compliance with policies and standards to senior management, internal and external auditors and regulatory bodies. Tracks and reports on team metrics and results. Coaches and guides assigned staff on improving the execution of the SOX activities and achievement of goals. Manages staff development and talent management processes. Coaches and counsels staff, determines staffing and compensation recommendations and participates in hiring and termination decisions. Directly oversees control & compliance managers and ensures their focus on mid- to long-term activities and tasks to deliver on initiatives. Responsible for the achievement of team goals and objectives, talent management and supervision of control & compliance staff. Completion of tasks affects achievement of area or functional objectives. Modified based upon local regulations/requirements.Bachelor‘s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 10-12 years of total work experience with at least 1-3 years in management preferred. Experience in public accounting, SOX testing, financial services or shared services is preferred. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) certification is preferred.. BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. Our ambition is to build the best global team – one that is representative and inclusive of the diverse talent, clients and communities we work with and serve – and to empower our team to do their best work. We support wellbeing and a balanced life, and offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and employee forums.