Senior Manager - SOx Compliance and Audit

At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. National Grid provides the environment for our teams to thrive and make a real impact. As we drive momentum in the energy transition for all, we are committed to ensuring that every employee feels empowered and engaged. So, join us as a Senior Manager – SOx Compliance and Audit, and find your superpower.

As a Senior Manager – SOx Compliance and Audit, you’ll lead the charge in managing our SOx compliance testing programme, in addition to overseeing delivery of a strategic audit portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Audit – Information Systems and Digital, you will oversee both Business and IT SOx Compliance testing, collaborating closely with Risk Compliance, Controls, and External Audit, while supervising co-source efforts for SOx testing. Supported by a team of Senior and experienced Auditors, you will drive the audit process for business reviews in the UK and US, ensuring alignment with Audit and Risk Committee expectations.

This role is based at our Warwick office with an expectation of around two in-office days per week—specific days to be agreed with your team. You're welcome to come in more often, and we're happy to discuss any flexibility needed to support your working preferences.

What You'll Do:

• Lead SOx Testing: Oversee Managers and Analysts to ensure effective validation and testing of internal controls over financial reporting.
• Enhance Coordination: Align testing strategies with Risk Compliance and External Audit, identifying key deficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Drive Strategy and Operational Excellence: Optimize SOx testing through innovative approaches and resource management to reduce effort and enhance efficiency.
• Manage Internal Audits: Manage audit execution, ensuring high-quality standards and timely delivery while mentoring and supporting your team.
• Build Strong Relationships: Foster connections with Business Unit executives to stay informed on changes and best practices.
• Promote Inclusivity: Create an equitable environment that empowers team members to contribute their best.
• Achieve Goals: Effectively manage resources to meet annual KPIs and budget targets while collaborating across functions.
• Champion Corporate Audit: Represent and promote the audit function positively, enhancing its value within the organization.
• Embrace Continuous Learning: Assess and mobilize personal development opportunities, leveraging knowledge and technology to transform audit practices.

What You'll Have:

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with strong knowledge of US GAAP, COSO, PCAOB Auditing Standards, Sarbanes-Oxley, and SOx compliance requirements.
• In-depth technical understanding of Business and IS elements supporting Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
• Comprehensive background in internal audit, internal controls, and risk management.
• Ability to synthesize and convey complex audit topics to stakeholders and the Corporate Audit team.
• Strong leadership with a track record of developing high-performing talent.
• Strong project management skills, successfully leading multiple teams and audit projects simultaneously.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills, presenting complex information clearly.
• Data-Driven, advocate for technology and data in modern audit practices.
• Change Management, looks for Initiates and manages change, removing barriers to achieve meaningful goals.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.

What You'll Get:

A competitive salary dependent on capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance with on target being 20% (with a maximum of 40%) and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also receive private medical insurance and the option to a full EV company car or cash alternative. Additionally, you will have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

About Us:

National Grid is pioneering ways to decarbonise the energy system; from building interconnectors to allow the UK to share clean energy with our neighbours in Europe, to investing in renewable energy generation in the United States.

As one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world, National Grid is at the centre of a clean, fair and affordable energy future, where tackling climate change and reaching net zero is a key priority. National Grid is pioneering ways to decarbonise the energy system; from building interconnectors to allow the UK to share clean energy with our neighbours in Europe, to investing in renewable energy generation in the United States.

More Information:

This role closes on 21 October 2025 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

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