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Director, SOX Compliance

Lead SOX compliance initiatives to ensure financial reporting integrity

The Director of SOX Compliance at Upwork will lead initiatives to ensure financial reporting integrity and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. This role involves overseeing internal controls, managing audit processes, and collaborating with finance and accounting teams to maintain regulatory standards. The position supports Upwork’s mission of connecting businesses with global talent through compliant financial operations.

Why This Role?

Direct impact on financial integrity for a publicly traded company

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee design and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting
  • Manage SOX audit processes and coordinate with external auditors
  • Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure compliance
  • Monitor and report on control deficiencies and remediation efforts
  • Maintain documentation of SOX processes and control activities
  • Stay current on regulatory changes affecting financial reporting standards

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in SOX compliance and internal controls
  • Deep knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Act and SEC regulations
  • Proven ability to lead compliance initiatives in a public company
  • Strong understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles
  • Experience working with external auditors and audit committees
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Required Skills

complianceauditfinancial regulationsleadershipcommunicationSOX complianceinternal controlsfinancial reportingaudit managementregulatory knowledgestakeholder collaboration

Indonesia Context

Working Hours Overlap:
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View Original Description from Workew

Original description from Workew

Upwork Inc.’s (Nasdaq: UPWK) family of companies connects businesses with global, AI-enabled talent across every contingent work type including freelance, fractional, and payrolled. This portfolio includes the Upwork Marketplace,…

Salary Context

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Company
Upwork
Source
Workew
Job Type
full time
Location
Remote · Open worldwide
Category
Seniority
lead
PostedFreshNew & verified
Aug 11, 2026

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Is Director, SOX Compliance at Upwork a remote job?
Yes. Director, SOX Compliance at Upwork is a fully remote role open to candidates worldwide.
What type of employment is Director, SOX Compliance at Upwork?
This is a full time position.
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