SOX Compliance & Financials Controls Coordinator

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Position Summary:

The SOX Compliance & Financial Controls Coordinator is responsible for leading and managing the SOX Program at the plant level to ensure full compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulatory requirements. This role serves as a key liaison between plant operations, finance, and corporate audit teams to ensure the integrity of internal control processes, timely execution of control activities, and resolution of deficiencies. The coordinator plays a pivotal role in risk mitigation by maintaining effective documentation, conducting training, facilitating quarterly evaluations, and driving remediation efforts. Additionally, this position oversees multiple supporting financial compliance activities including master data governance, banking administration, internal audits, and ERP-related initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

SOX Program Management

• Lead and manage the plant's SOX compliance program, ensuring timely execution and effectiveness of key controls.
• Coordinate quarterly control testing activities, including scheduling, training, and documentation.
• Prepare and maintain required control matrices, flowcharts, and narratives in accordance with corporate SOX documentation standards.
• Monitor the timely completion of checklists, control self-assessments, and remediation of control deficiencies.
• Communicate risks, findings, and performance metrics to plant and executive leadership on a recurring basis.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to address audit findings, implement corrective actions, and enhance process controls.
• Facilitate business cycle reviews with department heads to validate the design and effectiveness of internal controls.

Master Data Governance

• Customer Masterfile Management:
  Initiate, update, and validate customer records in the ERP system, including key attributes such as demographic details, contact information, payment/shipping terms, and tax identifiers.
  Ensure all changes are documented and compliant with corporate data integrity standards.
• Vendor Masterfile Management:
  Create and update vendor profiles, including rush setups, in adherence with PCC policies.
  Collect and verify required onboarding documentation (e.g., W-9s, bank information) and ensure consistent application of compliance controls during vendor maintenance.

Segregation of Duties (SoD) / Delegation of Authority (DOA)

• Work collaboratively with HR and IT to identify users requiring financial system access and approval authority.
• Maintain and monitor the DOA matrix to ensure compliance with corporate policies on transactional approval limits and segregation of duties.
• Conduct periodic internal audits to confirm SoD compliance and detect unauthorized or conflicting system roles or transactions.

Banking & Treasury Administration

• Manage and maintain user access for the company's banking matrix and report updates to Corporate Treasury.
• Administer enrollments and removals in Bottomline's Paymode system to ensure accurate payee setup and mitigate fraud risk.

Shipping Compliance & Audit

• Review outbound shipment documentation for accuracy and compliance with departmental standards and PCC shipping policies.
• Perform periodic audits to identify discrepancies, investigate root causes, and provide training to relevant staff to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

Physical Inventory Oversight

• Plan, coordinate, and execute annual physical inventory counts in alignment with corporate policies.
• Lead inventory readiness meetings, assign responsibilities, ensure accurate tag control and data entry, and manage logistics for volunteers and event setup.
• Provide on-site support during the count and address any discrepancies or policy deviations.

ERP Implementation Support

• Serve as a core member of the ERP project team, learning system functionality and contributing to a successful rollout.
• Attend training sessions, participate in status meetings, and identify system risks or functionality gaps.
• Develop and document standard work instructions and provide user training on system tools and new processes.

Corporate & Cross-Functional Initiatives

• Support various corporate initiatives, including:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting, internal controls, or SOX compliance.
• Manufacturing or plant-level experience preferred.
• ERP system experience (e.g., Oracle, Syteline, JD Edwards) highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of SOX regulations and internal control frameworks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite .Advanced Excel skills a plus.
• Experience with audit management tools and documentation systems.

Reports To: Controller