Payroll SOX Control Analyst

Payroll SOX Control Analyst

Job ID: 218485
Location: Lakeland, FL (Remote Available)
Pay Rate: $24.52/hour
About the Role

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll SOX Control Analyst to support compliance efforts related to U.S. payroll processes. This role plays a key part in ensuring adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and internal control policies during a transition to new payroll technology.

You will collaborate closely with the Human Capital Management Project team, Payroll Operations, Finance, and Internal Audit to assess, document, and strengthen payroll controls.
Key Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and document key payroll-related SOX controls
• Establish and execute control testing processes
• Develop and maintain control narratives, flowcharts, and matrices for audit support
• Recommend and implement remediation actions for control deficiencies and monitor progress
• Provide guidance on payroll system changes to ensure SOX compliance is embedded in system design
• Support risk assessments and updates to the SOX control framework
• Deliver training sessions to payroll staff on compliance requirements and documentation standards
• Prepare status reports and dashboards for senior leadership and compliance stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of payroll operations experience in a U.S.-based organization
• 3+ years of direct SOX testing experience (Payroll or HRIS preferred)
• Experience with payroll systems, including:
  • SAP Employee Central Payroll
  • SAP Employee Central
• Strong proficiency in Excel and Power Query
• Solid understanding of internal controls and SOX compliance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences
• In-depth knowledge of payroll principles and processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification
• Advanced experience with SAP Employee Central systems
• Familiarity with DCMA, DCAA, internal auditing, and SAP Payroll compliance
• Previous leadership experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (automation, data modeling)
• Demonstrated accounting experience at staff level or higher

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

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