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Job title: Head of SOX Program

About the job

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world.

Sanofi, a global healthcare player listed on several international markets including the NASDAQ, is looking for a visionary leader to drive our Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program. In this highly visible role, you will be at the heart of our commitment to excellence in financial governance and play a decisive role in protecting our company's reputation and integrity.

This position reports to the Head of SOX, Automation and Analytics within the Internal Control & Process department, with direct exposure to Finance Management.

As Head of the SOX Program, you will orchestrate the entire SOX compliance framework globally, defining the strategic vision, methodology, and quality standards. You will be the ambassador of the internal control culture and the main point of contact for external auditors for annual SOX certification.

This position is only based in France, Paris region

Main Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Define and drive the global SOX program strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements
• Lead innovation and digital transformation initiatives to optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of the SOX program
• Anticipate regulatory changes and integrate best practices into our control framework

Annual SOX Program Management:

• Oversee the annual risk assessment and SOX scope definition, in collaboration with group auditors
• Coordinate SOX testing campaigns across group entities, defining methodology and schedule
• Consolidate results at group level and drive remediation of identified deficiencies
• Qualify results with external auditors and present conclusions to Management

Management & Development:

• Guide and develop an international team of SOX professionals
• Create an environment fostering excellence and innovation
• Implement training and awareness programs to strengthen the internal control culture

Stakeholder Relations:

• Be the primary contact for external auditors on all SOX-related matters
• Collaborate closely with Finance, Digital, and Operations teams
• Communicate effectively with Management and prepare presentations to the Executive Committee and the Audit Committee on compliance issues

About You

Experience:

• Significant experience in audit, internal control, or similar role, including managing SOX programs in an international environment
• Background in audit firms in France or abroad highly valued
• Professional certifications (CPA, CIA, CISA) will be a plus

Knowledge:

• In-depth knowledge of COSO standards and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
• Understanding of financial processes and information systems in an international environment
• Knowledge of GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) tools and control automation technologies is a plus

Skills and Abilities:

• Inspiring leadership and ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Excellence in communication and presentation to executive committees
• Analytical and synthetic thinking to translate complex information into actionable insights
• Effective management of complex projects and meeting deadlines in a demanding environment
• Agility and resilience in the face of changes and competing priorities

Languages:

• Fluent English
• French proficiency appreciated

What We Offer

• A strategic role with high visibility within a global healthcare leader
• The opportunity to shape and improve critical processes for the company
• An international and collaborative environment fostering innovation
• Direct impact on the company's governance and reputation
• Career development prospects within Finance, Internal Control, and Internal Audit functions

Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.

Progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. You can be one of those people. Chasing change, embracing new ideas and exploring all the opportunities we have to offer. Let’s pursue progress. And let’s discover extraordinary together.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.  

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