SOX Analyst

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Passion, excitement & global collaboration are all core to what it means to be a FlyMate. At Flywire, we’re on a mission to deliver the world’s most important and complex payments. We use our Flywire Advantage - the combination of our next-gen payments platform, proprietary payment network and vertical specific software, to help our clients get paid, and help their customers pay with ease - no matter where they are in the world.

What more do we need to truly be unstoppable? Perhaps, that is you! 

Who we are: 
Flywire is a global payments enablement and software company, founded more than a decade ago to solve high-stakes, high-value payments in higher education. We’ve since scaled into new regions and industry verticals and expanded our product offerings to deliver meaningful value to our clients around the world. 

Today we support more than 4,800 clients across the global education, healthcare, travel & B2B industries, with diverse payment methods across 240 countries & territories and more than 140 currencies.

With over 1,200 global FlyMates, representing more than 40 nationalities, and in 12 offices world-wide, we’re looking for FlyMates to join the next stage of our journey as we continue to grow.
 

The Opportunity

We, at Flywire, are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented SOX Analyst to play a key role in maintaining and enhancing Flywire’s SOX compliance program. This individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Operations, Internal Audit, and IT, to ensure the design and execution of effective internal controls. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses a strong understanding of SOX and external audit requirements, and is passionate about fostering a culture of compliance and accountability. The role offers a unique chance to acquire in-depth knowledge of global business practices, collaborate closely with a team of accomplished financial professionals, and contribute directly to the financial integrity and operational efficiency of a leading entertainment company.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the company’s SOX compliance efforts, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements
• Work with the Internal Audit team to maintain and update documentation related to internal controls, including process narratives, risk control matrices, and flowcharts
• Serve as a liaison between external auditors, internal auditors, and internal teams to coordinate annual walkthroughs and project manage controls documentation requests
• Perform quality assurance over controls documentation to ensure SOX compliance
• Track control deficiencies, work with control owners to execute remediation plans, and support remediation progress
• Partner with process owners to ensure controls are appropriately integrated into business processes, identify risks, and implement mitigating controls if required
• Assist in designing and implementing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) for new systems
• Provide training and guidance to employees on SOX requirements and best practices
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of controls

Here's what we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, information systems, or related field.
• Backed by 2+ years of experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or public accounting (Big 4 experience is a plus), working with a public company with technology
• Experience with Netsuite, Auditboard, SaaS Industry, a plus
• Demonstrate a foundational understanding of US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, COSO framework, and leading business practices.
• Exhibit strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to multi-task and prioritize various workstreams simultaneously.
• Display advanced proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and Microsoft Office applications including Excel.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, strong organizational skills, tolerance for uncertainty, and ability to be agile and adaptable.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, verbal, written, and presentation, with the ability to communicate within various levels of the company.
• Work both independently and in a team environment, seamlessly shifting between the role of an individual contributor and teammate.
• Exhibit the ability to thrive in a creative, dynamic, fast-paced environment and lead multiple projects.
• Preferred CPA, CIA, or CISA certification (or progress toward certification)
• Ability to take ownership of individual assignments, delivering high quality and timely audit work-papers.
• Exhibit strong problem-solving skills, to identify root causes of issues and propose solutions.
• Demonstrate a strong interest in evolving technologies and their application to optimize company procedures.
• Work efficiently to deliver outstanding work with minimal direction.
• Display a high standard of ethics and professionalism.
• Travel domestically and internationally if required.
• Strong preference for candidates based in Boston, New York City, and Chicago

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation, including Restricted Stock Units
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flying Start - Our immersive Global Induction Program (Meet our Execs & Global Teams)
• Work with brilliant people that will keep you on your toes, learn more about their journeys by checking out #InsideFlywire on social media
• Dynamic & Global Team (we have been collaborating virtually for years!)
• Wellbeing Programs (Mental Health, Wellness, Yoga/Pilates/HIIT Classes) with Global FlyMates
• Competitive time off including FlyBetter Days to volunteer in your community and Digital Disconnect Days!
• Great Talent & Development Programs (Managers Taking Flight – for new or aspiring managers!)

Submit today and get started!
 

We are excited to get to know you! Throughout our process you can expect to meet different FlyMates including the Hiring Manager, other Flymates, the department VP, and participate in a skills assessment. Your Talent Acquisition Partner will walk you through the steps and be your “go-to” person for questions.

Flywire is an equal opportunity employer. With over 40 nationalities across 12 different offices, and diversity and inclusion at the core of our people agenda, we believe our FlyMates are our greatest asset, and we’re excited to watch our unique culture evolve with each new hire.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $65,000 - 70,000 plus restricted stock units and benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, position level, and location. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and several other factors, including job-related skills, experience, relevant education and training. 

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