Director, Controls and Compliance

About Pearson:

Learning is the most powerful force for change in the world. More than 20,000 Pearson employees deliver our products and services in nearly 200 countries, all working towards a common purpose – to help everyone achieve their potential through learning. We do that by providing high quality, digital content and learning experiences, as well as assessments and qualifications that help people build their skills and grow with the world around them. We are the world’s leading learning company. Learn more at pearsonplc.com.

About the team and role

Reporting to the VP Controls Centre of Excellence, the Director, Controls and compliance is responsible for supporting the overall SOX annual requirements for the organization. SOX is a significant regulatory requirement, and the role will lead control improvement projects and be a main contact for external auditors, Process Owners, Control Owners, and key stakeholders. The role will require timely resolution of issues and coordination across the team to ensure the SOX program is optimized and effective. This role does not have direct reports but the successful applicant will have support/resources in other members of the team.

Based on a hybrid working model this role can be based in Hoboken (New Jersey - US), North Carolina (US) or London (UK)

Further responsibilities include:

• Assist in the execution of improvements to our overall SOX program and overall internal control environment through the SOX compliance efforts and special projects.
• partner with Finance and Business leaders across the organization, as well as internal & external auditors to support SOX Compliance across the organization
• Serve a critical Project Manager role to ensure all deliverables and control improvements are in place timely. Lead the creation or revision of any project management tools.
• Integrate newly acquired businesses under the Corporate SOX program if applicable.
• Coordinate efforts between Internal Audit, External Audit, and business process owners, including alignment walkthroughs and testing.
• Work very close with the ITGC CoE to drive improvements in both the efficiency and effectiveness of the Company’s SOX program.
• Work closely with the VP, Controls Center of Excellence, and internal stakeholders to drive SOX scoping and risk assessments.
• Conduct a small amount of SOX testing as needed to support the team.
• Facilitate the remediation of identified control deficiencies, including working with business process owners on both immediate and long-term solutions.
• Deliver timely and concise communication including developing and producing management reporting illustrating SOX status, trends, and remediation of deficiencies.
• Educate business process owners by leading training sessions to demonstrate compliance requirements and share hot topics in SOX compliance.

About You

• Ideally 5 years direct or indirect experience with Sarbanes Oxley and internal controls.
• You’ll have a firm grasp of financial reporting and SOX requirements and methodologies (risk assessment, controls design, testing strategies, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of process flow mapping, design and documentation of business process and general information technology controls, controls testing, evaluation of control deficiencies, and remediation plans.
• Direct experience with PCAOB standards, SOX requirements, and controls framework desired.
• An ability to think critically through complex problems and prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment
• An ability to influence across stakeholder groups to ensure we have appropriate focus on control initiatives.

Your rewards & benefits

We know you’ll do great work, so we give a lot back with some of the best benefits in the business. We know that one size doesn’t fit all, so our workplace programs meet the different needs of our diverse teams, and their families too.

Benefits available to eligible US employees can be seen at: https://pearsonbenefitsus.com/

Learning is the most powerful force for change in the world. More than 20,000 Pearson employees deliver our products and services in nearly 200 countries, all working towards a common purpose – to help everyone achieve their potential through learning. We do that by providing high quality, digital content and learning experiences, as well as assessments and qualifications that help people build their skills and grow with the world around them. We are the world’s leading learning company. Learn more at pearsonplc.com.

Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes, so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racist company in everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm, and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to a sustainable environment and workplace where talent can learn, grow, and thrive.

To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, please click here: http://www.pearson.com/careers/diversity-and-inclusion.html

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other group protected by law.

Job: FINANCE

Organization: Corporate Finance

Schedule: FULL\_TIME

Req ID: 7344