Our client is seeking experienced Financial Services SOX/Internal Audit Consultants to support year‑end SOX 404 testing and remediation activities. These consultants will be instrumental in executing control testing, validating remediation, and ensuring all SOX deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.

This engagement requires strong technical audit expertise, deep familiarity with financial services processes, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Contract Duration: 3–5 Months (Potential Extension Through Year‑End)

Responsibilities:

• Issue Tracking: Assist with issue management, reporting, and status updates.
• Remediation Validation: Support remediation testing, validation, and follow‑up activities.
• SOX 404 Testing: Perform control testing across financial reporting and operational processes.
• Audit Standards Compliance: Ensure adherence to professional audit standards and regulatory expectations.
• Workpaper Preparation: Prepare audit‑ready workpapers, document testing results, and identify control deficiencies.
• Walkthrough Execution: Conduct walkthroughs, identify key controls, and assess control design and operating effectiveness.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with Internal Audit, Compliance, Finance, and business teams to ensure timely delivery of SOX milestones.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• Strong documentation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Solid understanding of SOX 404, internal controls, and audit methodologies.
• Hands‑on experience in SOX testing, Internal Audit, or ICFR within financial services.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required. CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred. 
• Experience in one or more financial services domains, including: Residential Mortgage Credit, Mortgage‑Backed Securities (MBS), Mortgage Servicing Rights (MSR), Capital Markets or Structured Finance.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior consulting or contract audit experience.
• Familiarity with accelerated year‑end audit cycles.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Strong stakeholder communication and executive‑level reporting skills.

Perks & Value Proposition:

• Exposure to mortgage credit, MBS, and MSR processes.
• Opportunity to work within a leading financial services organization.
• Potential extension through December based on performance and workload.