Senior SOX Analyst

CesiumAstro•Austin, TX

23h

About The Position

At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team. We are looking to add a Senior SOX Analyst to our finance team. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about making an impact in a growing company, we would like to hear from you. The Senior SOX Analyst is responsible for ensuring CesiumAstroâs compliance with SOX 404 and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR)in a highly regulated aerospace and government contracting environment. This role plays a key part in building and scaling a strong internal control program that supports audit readiness, disciplined growth, and public-company standards. This is a hands-on opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-growing organization, enjoys working cross-functionally, and can balance compliance requirements with real-world operational needs. The ideal candidate brings a mindset of ownership, continuous improvement, and practical problem-solving.

Requirements

Bachelorâs degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Minimum of 5-8 years of progressive SOX and external audit experience in Big 4 or national public accounting and/or a public company preferably within aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing, or IPO-ready environments.
Experience working with enterprise ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or equivalent).
Experience with SOX or GRC tools (e.g., AuditBoard, Workiva).
Excellent analytical, organizational, and documentation skills.
Strong knowledge of SOX 404 and internal controls over financial reporting.
Experience in testing SOX business process controls and IT general controls.
Familiarity with COSO framework and PCAOB auditing standards.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel; working knowledge of Word and PowerPoint.
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong project management and issue-resolution skills.

Nice To Haves

CPA, or equivalent advanced certification.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, documentation, and maintenance of internal controls supporting SOX 404 compliance.
Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of business process and IT General Controls (ITGCs), in accordance with COSO and PCAOB standards.
Develop and maintain SOX documentation including scoping, process narratives, flowcharts, risk and control matrices (RCMs), testing strategies, evidence repositories, and compliance timelines.
Perform SOX risk assessments to identify key risk areas.
Identify gaps, deficiencies, and failures; assess severity and impact on ICFR.
Partner with control owners to develop, execute, and track remediation plans.
Validate remediation effectiveness and support re-testing efforts to ensure sustainable improvements.
Serve as key SOX contact for internal stakeholders and external auditors.
Prepare SOX compliance reporting for management including quarterly and annual certifications and disclosure-related support for ICFR.
Maintain alignment with evolving regulatory, SEC, and PCAOB requirements.
Support broader enterprise risk management (ERM) and governance initiatives, as needed.
Partner with Finance, IT, HR, Supply Chain, and Operations to assess the control impact of process changes, system upgrades, and new business initiatives.
Provide guidance on internal control best practices.
Act as a trusted advisor and subject-matter expert on SOX, ICFR, and audit readiness.