SOX Audit Manager

Company Description:

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.

Job Description:

As a SOX Audit Manager at McDonald’s, you will play a crucial role in advancing the company’s strategy for global SOX compliance. Your responsibilities will include developing and executing the risk-based SOX global audit plan, overseeing compliance activities across multiple markets, and collaborating with various stakeholders. You will assist the SOX Senior Manager in managing a team of auditors, provide guidance and mentorship, and work closely with external partners. This role is pivotal in ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls and driving continuous improvement in SOX compliance processes.

What will my accountabilities be?

• Assist in the development and execution of the strategy for the Global SOX compliance program.
• Assist in the development and execution of the risk-based SOX global audit plan, and oversight of SOX compliance activities related to six markets with full scope requirements (US, Corporate, UK, Germany, France, Australia) and several markets which are new to scope with limited scope requirements (Italy, Spain, Canada). This includes the coordination and review of all planning, fieldwork, exception reporting, and remediation follow-up.
• Involved in the ‘first and second tranche’ evaluation of risks and controls for various transformation initiatives (e.g., Global Finance Modernization, Global People Modernization, and Global Indirect Procurement Modernization) that will significantly impact SOX compliance requirements.
• Interface with external partners on control testing and reliance, related exceptions, conclusions, and remediation efforts. Work closely with the Controls organization being stood up in CCG.
• With the SOX Senior Manager, manage a team of auditors, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure successful project execution and build exciting roles.

Benefits eligible: Yes
Bonus eligible: Yes
Long term incentive eligible: Yes
The expected salary range for this role is $112,860-$143,900 per year
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Qualified accountant - (e.g., CPA, CIA) preferred.
• SOX & Controls: Experience in internal or external SOX compliance and controls.
• Strong understanding of SOX requirements and internal control frameworks.
• Professional experience within Big 4 or medium sized firm.
• People Management / Coaching Experience
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Additional Information:

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. 

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.

Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.

 

McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact mcdhrbenefits@us.mcd.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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