Senior IT SOX Transformation Manager

Ford Motor Company

. Shape and lead Ford’s global IT SOX and IT controls transformation agenda across the Internal Control organization .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesSenior💰 $115,500 - $218,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IT SOX compliance, internal control frameworks, and risk management strategies, with a strong focus on leading global teams and optimizing control processes. Capable of delivering strategic insights and fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholders to drive transformational improvements.

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IT SOX ComplianceInternal Control FrameworksPublic Accounting ExperienceProfessional Certification (CPA, CISA, CISSP)Risk Management Strategies

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Hard Skills

SOX Section 404 RequirementsPCAOB Auditing StandardsIT Internal Control PrinciplesProcess and Control RationalizationCloud-Based Technology StrategiesEmerging AI Governance FrameworksExternal BenchmarkingControl Testing OptimizationTransformational ImprovementExecutive-Level Insights

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingCommunicationCollaborationDecision-Making

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACISACISSP

Industry Keywords

Internal Control OrganizationGlobal IT SOX ProgramIT RisksControl ProcessesTransformation Roadmaps

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape and lead Ford’s global IT SOX and IT controls transformation agenda across the Internal Control organization
Drive the design, implementation, and ongoing optimization of IT internal controls
Ensure controls align with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Own development of the Global IT SOX Program
Perform the IT scoping process and support development of the annual IT SOX testing plan
Develop the IT SOX communication strategy
Lead and develop a global team through direction-setting, coaching, and performance evaluations
Partner with Enterprise Technology leadership, business stakeholders, and Internal Control teams to identify IT risks and develop recommendations
Build relationships with external auditors, internal audit, and key stakeholders
Monitor emerging trends, technologies, and best practices to modernize control processes and advance transformation roadmaps
Deliver executive-level insights on IT controls, risks, recommendations, and strategic progress
Guide cross-functional, multi-region teams and lead innovation, change, and matrixed collaboration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting, information systems, or a related field
7+ years of experience in public accounting or prior experience in external or internal audit roles focused on IT Controls
Deep understanding of SOX Section 404 requirements and PCAOB auditing standards, especially AS 2201
Prior experience working with external auditor teams and outside service providers
Strong understanding of IT internal control principles, standards, and IT control frameworks
Experience with process and control rationalization, including reducing redundant controls and optimizing testing scope
Experience leading and developing global professional teams, with a focus on operational excellence, capability building, and career growth
Ability to distill complex topics in simple terms and inspire transformational improvement in internal controls
Experience making prioritization decisions and delivering through global teams
Professional certification in accounting, CPA preferred, and/or IT information security certifications such as CISA or CISSP
Experience leading controls readiness for system implementation or enterprise modernization
Experience developing risk and control strategies for cloud-based technologies
Experience conducting external benchmarking and incorporating market insights into transformation roadmaps
Ability to interpret emerging AI governance frameworks, including NIST AI Risk Management Framework and ISO/IEC 42001, and map them to COSO/COBIT control objectives
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time