Sr. Manager, IT (Sox) Compliance & Systems at CG Oncology

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IT Compliance, SOX Compliance, IT General Controls, Risk Management, Policy Management, System Administration, Audit Coordination, Financial Processes, Project Management, Communication Skills, Cloud-Based Infrastructure, IT Risk Frameworks, User Provisioning, Change Management, Data Integrity Controls, Financial Systems

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

About the role The Sr. Manager, IT (SOX) Compliance & Systems is responsible for leading and managing CG Oncology’s IT General Controls (ITGC) and IT SOX compliance program while also overseeing core system administration functions. This role ensures that IT processes, systems, and controls meet regulatory, security, and operational standards required for a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company. In addition to compliance oversight, this position will manage day-to-day IT operations, including request management, issue resolution, and general system maintenance to ensure optimal performance and user satisfaction. The Sr. Manager, IT (SOX) Compliance & Systems will partner closely with Finance, Internal Audit (when applicable), cross-functional business teams, and vendors to maintain compliance, remediate gaps, and drive continuous improvement in IT risk management, governance, and operational efficiency. This role includes dotted line reporting to the Director, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting, supporting cross functional alignment and strategic collaboration. Location: Remote Essential Functions Policy Management, Control Design and Implementation Lead the IT SOX compliance program, including ITGC design, implementation, documentation, and testing. Develop and maintain IT compliance policies, procedures, and control documentation consistent with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Identify control deficiencies, perform root cause analysis, and develop effective remediation plans. Drive continuous improvement in IT control effectiveness, efficiency, and automation. Monitor regulatory and industry developments; assess their impact on CG Oncology’s IT compliance framework. System Implementation and Administration Oversee issue management processes, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and escalation for IT systems and applications. Oversee, manage and/or produce all required documentation to meet audits requirements. Perform general system administration and maintenance, including user account provisioning, system updates, patching, and performance monitoring. Manage IT service requests and incidents, ensuring timely resolution and adherence to SLAs. Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, changes, and operational procedures. Partner with vendors and internal teams to ensure system reliability, availability, and security. Oversee system access reviews, change management controls, segregation of duties, and IT operations monitoring. Collaborate with IT infrastructure, applications, and security teams to ensure compliance is embedded in daily operations. Audit Coordination and Compliance Reporting Partner with Finance and Internal Audit to ensure IT controls align with overall SOX requirements and support quarterly/annual certification. Coordinate ITGC testing with internal (as applicable) and external auditors; manage requests, walkthroughs, and evidence collection. Training and Awareness Provide training and guidance to IT and business partners on SOX requirements and IT compliance best practices. Provide role-based guidance to system owners and process stakeholders on SOX requirements and IT control responsibilities. Promote a culture of compliance through awareness programs, communication campaigns, and continuous updates on regulatory changes. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field required; advanced degree or relevant certification preferred. 7+ combined years of IT audit, IT risk, or IT compliance experience in a public company, Big Four, or biotech/healthcare environment or hands-on experience administering and supporting financial systems (e.g., NetSuite, Coupa, JDE) including user provisioning, configuration, and troubleshooting in a financial control setting. Ability to manage system integrations, upgrades, and maintenance for financial applications to ensure stability and compliance. Experience managing IT compliance programs across regulated enterprise applications (e.g., Rippling, FloQast, Condor). Strong understanding of financial processes (P2P, O2C, GL) and their impact on IT controls and SOX compliance. Strong knowledge of SOX requirements, IT General Controls, and IT risk frameworks (COBIT, COSO, NIST). Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., Azure) and associated control environments. Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills. Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CIA preferred. Demonstrated expertise in SOx 404 testing, and compliance, preferably in the biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry. Strong knowledge of GAAP, COSO framework, SOX regulations and other relevant auditing and financial standards Expertise in IT general controls (ITGC) such as access management, change management, and data integrity controls. Experience with audit methodologies and testing techniques. Knowledge of various IT systems and applications relevant to financial reporting (e.g. NetSuite, Coupa, Condor, FloQast) Experience working in a pre-commercial or commercial biotech environment is highly desirable. Proven ability to support audits and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment Please note that CG Oncology does not accept unsolicited information and/or resumes from search firms or agencies for our job postings. Any resumes or client information submitted to our careers page or any employee of CG Oncology by any search firm or agency without an applicable contract in place will become the property of CG Oncology and no fee(s) will be paid. Total Rewards CG Oncology offers very competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards, helping to support and reward our global team of high-performing employees focused on developing bladder-saving therapeutics for patients afflicted with bladder cancer. HIGHLY COMPETITIVE SALARIES ANNUAL PERFORMANCE/MERIT REVIEWS ANNUAL PERFORMANCE BONUSES EQUITY SPECIAL RECOGNITION Well-Being Benefits In addition to our Total Rewards, CG Oncology offers a variety of Well-Being Benefits to meet the majority of the needs of our unique and growing workforce. These benefits are designed to support our team to achieve a healthy balance between work and their personal lives to remain refreshed, engaged, and creating an environment where each person can find a deeper meaning and purpose in their work. Well-Being Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after hire. While a majority of these benefits are for our US-based workforce, we continue to assess comparable levels of benefits for our international team members that are aligned with country-specific regulations and their national programs offered. FULLY REMOTE WORK ENVIRONMENT REST AND RECHARGE BENEFITS - Unlimited Flexible Time Off HOLIDAYS –In 2025 we will observe 14 holidays RETIREMENT – 401K with 100% company Safe Harbor match up to 4% of base salary HEALTH (MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION) – PPO & HDHP – Cigna/Principal HEALTH SPENDING ACCOUNTS - HSA (with Annual Company Contribution), FSA, FSA-DC ILLNESS & DISABILITY PROTECTION – Company Paid LTD Coverage + Voluntary Plans LIFE INSURANCE – Company Paid 1 x base salary + Voluntary Plans ADDITIONAL EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS – Voluntary Legal, Pet, Plus More CG Oncology is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. At CG Oncology, we are building a community of intelligent and passionate team members that share our Vision, Mission and Values, and while the biotechnology space can feel limited in BIPOC, non-binary and even female representation, we endeavor to make hiring decisions that will continue to grow and support our team in the direction of maintaining cultural diversity and sustainability.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage CG Oncology’s IT General Controls and IT SOX compliance program while overseeing core system administration functions. Ensure IT processes, systems, and controls meet regulatory, security, and operational standards required for a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company.