Senior Manager, SOX and Operational Audit

Amphenol is one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world. Founded in 1932, Amphenol designs, manufactures and markets electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors, interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. Amphenol has been on the forefront of enabling the electronics revolution by driving value through innovation and connecting people and technology. The primary end markets for the company's products are communications and information processing markets, including cable television, cellular telephone and data communication and information processing systems; aerospace and military electronics; and automotive, rail and other transportation and industrial applications. Listed on the NYSE with sales of $12.6 Billion in 2023 and a Fortune 500 company, Amphenol is a top performing company with an unparalleled history of growth. With 95,000 dedicated employees working in over 135 businesses in more than 40 countries, Amphenol has the unique advantage of having both diversified global reach while still being a focused organization. Our focus comes from our entrepreneurial management teams dedicated to specific markets and regions.Job Title: Senior Manager, SOX and Operational AuditLocation: Wallingford, CTDepartment: Internal Audit DepartmentReports To: VP Internal AuditJob Description:Responsibilities Include:- Assist the Internal Audit VP and Directors in developing a value-adding SOX and operational audit function and safeguardingthe Company’s financial integrity by ensuring compliance with financial regulations and accounting standards- Leadership and oversight of the audit of the consolidated financial statements, in particular the Company’s SEC filings such asthe quarterly 10-Q and annual 10-K filings• Strategic Leadership and Oversight: leads the planning and execution of the substantive and internal control audits for the consolidated financial statements at HQ to ensure compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirementso SEC Compliance and Risk Management, including:• Identify and assess financial and operating risks• Review and document complex technical accounting and auditing topics/issues• Develop and implements risk management strategies to ensure the Company’s risk framework aligns with SOX regulations• Understand potential risk in business processes and transactions relating to accuracy and reliability of the SEC filings• Review statutory financial statements, SEC filings and other regulatory documents to ensure compliance with applicable financial reporting standards and SEC regulations (including new accounting standards)o Audit Execution and Internal Control Evaluation, including:• Plan, execute and supervise risk-based audit procedures and work plans to ensure the objectives of each audit are achieved (i.e., integrity and reliability of information, process efficiency and effectiveness, safeguarding of assets, compliance with laws, regulation, policies and procedures)• Assess effectiveness of internal controls, identify and report weaknesses, deficiencies and/or areas of potential improvement• Day-to-day supervision of other auditors and staff• Ensure work paper documentation supports auditing conclusiono Reporting and analyzing the results, including:• Prepare and present final audit reports to local and senior management to discuss areas of risk identified, processes weaknesses, areas of risk, recommendation to mitigate that risk• Evaluate related action plans and process improvement opportunities• Manage the audit findings log to ensure appropriate follow-up- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including External Auditors, Executive management- Assist in building and maintaining a partnership with Division, Group, and Business Unit management to develop and maintain cost-effective, efficient systems of internal control- Keep abreast of changes in financial reporting and SOX compliance regulations- Review the compliance with applicable Laws and Regulations - Train, coach, develop and support Internal Audit staff- Spiced in there (15-20%) might be special projects like consulting engagements, digital transformation, accounting advisory, due diligence, acquisition integration, rationalization studies, process improvement initiatives, or act as finance controller on a temporary basis in our facilities when necessaryQualifications:• 8-10+ years of experience in public accounting• Strong technical accounting skills in US GAAP and SEC regulations - CPA required• Excellent leadership abilities and experience managing an audit team• Ability to research and evaluate complex and/or emerging accounting issues• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment• Strong analytical skills - ability to analyze and detect trends, issues or flaws; determine root case of issues; and partner with others to drive solutions• Knowledge of business processes and efficiencies• Excellent communication skills• Strict attention to detail• Excellent report writing skill