Why Fortive is a great place to work:
It all starts with the people and the culture. You will enjoy working with colleagues who have a genuine desire to help you solve challenges. This keeps us wired. Our culture is one of continuous improvement. We come into work every day striving to make the organization a little better than it was the day before. We ask the tough questions and push each other to be bold. This occurs in an environment that fosters authenticity and transparency. There are no games. No hidden agenda. No politics. What you see one day is what you will get any other day.
Why this opportunity is unique:
You will play a critical role in driving internal controls and SOX compliance across all 18+ global Operating Companies, during a period of growth, acquisition, and transformation in Fortive’s portfolio of business. You will work in a dynamic organization that operates in an array of growing industries including enterprise software, healthcare, and critical manufacturing technologies.
The role:
You will support the Fortive Global SOX Program in driving compliance throughout Fortive’s complex decentralized operating company model. You will partner with key stakeholders / SOX Champions across our global businesses and provide support in establishing SOX processes and controls as Fortive continues to acquire new businesses.
Contribute to the evolution of the SOX compliance program through improvement of all components of internal control. Perform controls testing to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of key internal controls over financial reporting at corporate level and selected Operating Companies. Draft meaningful findings and recommendations that help communicate risks to the Operating Companies and improve their internal controls over financial reporting. Develop strong professional relationships with external auditors and key internal SOX Champions at in-scope audit locations. Serve as an advisor to the SOX champions on leading internal controls practices, testing strategies, and remediation activities. Assist with SOX readiness assessments and controls implementation for new acquisitions. Maintain awareness of the emerging expectations of the SEC and PCAOB guidance to external auditors. Support the execution of financial audits, operational audits, and investigations as needed. The person:
You are driven and results-oriented, with proven experience supporting Sarbanes-Oxley compliance at either a Big 4 Accounting firm or a Fortune 500 public company, ideally with exposure to manufacturing, SaaS, and/or life sciences companies. You are comfortable working across complex, diverse businesses and possess a hunger for knowledge and dedication to continuous improvement. You are an exceptional communicator with the business acumen to build relationships and partner effectively with senior management across the global business.
Professional Background & Attributes:
BA/BS degree in finance, accounting, or related field. 2+ years of SOX compliance experience with either a Big 4 accounting firm, or a Fortune 500 public company. Experience working with SOX controls frameworks, especially with manufacturing, SaaS, or life science companies. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment experiencing rapid growth and change. Excellent interpersonal skills needed to build relationships across all in-scope SOX locations; nationally and internationally. Strong understanding of business processes, risks, and internal controls over financial reporting. Strong knowledge of US GAAP, COSO internal control framework, PCAOB audit standards and SOX compliance requirements. Experience evaluating SOC1 reports. Ability to travel 10-20%, both domestic and international. CPA, CIA, CFE or equivalent professional certifications preferred. To learn more, please contact Steven Hammond, Fortive Corporate Sr. Talent Advisor, at
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