SOX Auditor – Internal Controls & Finance

About the role

The SOX Auditor will support bp’s effort to strengthen its financial control environment by delivering Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance testing across key finance processes. Working with global finance teams, control owners and external auditors, the role focuses on standardisation, digitisation and AI‑enabled control testing to enhance Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR).

Key responsibilities

• Conduct SOX control testing, covering design and operating effectiveness.
• Identify control and process gaps, track deficiencies and monitor remediation.
• Prepare and maintain testing documentation, including test plans and results.
• Support documentation of SOX deficiencies throughout the year.
• Liaise with external auditors (e.g., Deloitte, EY) to validate testing.
• Recommend improvements to controls, standards and procedures.
• Contribute to continuous‑improvement initiatives, including automation and AI‑enabled testing.
• Undertake special projects, investigations and related activities as required.

Required profile

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
• Professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA) preferred.
• 7+ years total experience with 4‑5 years in internal controls, audit or compliance.
• Strong understanding of ICFR and SOX methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, analytical mindset with ability to work independently.

Required skills

• Power BI or similar data‑analytics tools.
• SNOW IRM or comparable audit/work‑paper platforms.
• Familiarity with process‑automation and digital audit techniques.
• Experience applying AI or automation in audit execution.