Finance SOX Manager

Job Description SummaryThis Senior Finance Manager role sits within the GE Vernova HQ Controllership function and is responsible for leading management testing of SOX controls as part of the annual SOX program. The role will lead the SOX program for the Power segment and will support the broader GE Vernova SOX program as required. The successful candidate will lead the planning and execution of work for a team of auditors that perform risk assessment, design evaluation, and operating effectiveness testing of business controls. The role reports to the Global SOX Leader and partners closely with the IT SOX team to ensure a strong, efficient controls framework. The role will work closely with the Power Segment Controller and their team to ensure clear understanding of the business activities, risks and changes to controls. The role will be expected to identify and communicate risks, deficiencies and control improvement opportunities back to the business and will collaborate with business teams to drive continuous improvement in internal controls. This position offers strong visibility with senior leadership and provides opportunities for future rotation into other roles across GE Vernova.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

SOX Program Leadership

• Lead the Power segment SOX program, including annual planning, execution, and coordination with External Auditors.
• Prepare and maintain the annual SOX scope in alignment with external audit requirements and GE Vernova standards.
• Provide leadership and oversight to auditors performing SOX testing activities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for SOX‑related matters for Power segment leadership, Internal Audit, and External Audit.

Risk Assessment and Control Testing

• Lead walkthroughs of business processes and assess the design effectiveness of internal controls.
• Oversee operating effectiveness testing for in‑scope business processes and headquarters‑level controls.
• Ensure timely execution of roll‑forward testing and ad‑hoc testing related to high‑risk events (e.g., mergers, acquisitions, regulatory or business changes).
• Review and approve SOX testing workpapers prepared in GE Vernova’s audit management tool (AuditBoard).

Process Documentation and Compliance

• Partner with business teams to develop and maintain process narratives, flowcharts, and risk and control matrices.
• Evaluate third‑party SOC reports and assess coverage of user control considerations.
• Test account reconciliations and manual journal entries for compliance with GE Vernova policies and internal controls.

Deficiency Management and Continuous Improvement

• Monitor corrective action plans and oversee testing of remediation for identified control deficiencies.
• Perform impact and root cause analysis for control deficiencies and develop risk‑based remediation recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the internal control environment and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Maintain proactive and transparent communication with Power Segment Controllership, Finance, and Operations regarding SOX plans, testing results, issues, and remediation priorities.
• Partner with IT SOX assurance and IT governance teams to align business process and technology controls and ensure right sized scoping of IT applications and tools.
• Collaboration with IT SOX Assurance (3rd party provider) to optimize ITAC strategy and testing automation opportunities
• Collaborate closely with IT SOX Assurance and IT Governance teams to ensure consistent interpretation and execution of SOX requirements. 
• Act as the Finance liaison to the third‑party IT SOX assurance provider

• Coordinate Fraud Risk Assessment activities, Controllership Self‑Assessment initiatives, and related action items within the Power segment.
• Lead Annual Control Assurance and quality monitoring activities in alignment with GE Vernova requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Significant experience in audit, internal controls, or risk management.
• Experience with US GAAP revenue recognition, including long‑term contract accounting.
• Strong understanding of the COSO framework, SOX requirements, and internal control design and testing.
• Demonstrated people management experience.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams across multiple geographies.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify risks and evaluate control effectiveness.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Desired Qualifications

• Public accounting experience.
• Professional certification (CPA, CA, CIA, CISA, CFE).
• Proven people leadership and talent development experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with SAP and/or Oracle financial systems.
• Experience working in a multinational or global organization.

Additional Information

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $107,600.00 and $179,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on February 27, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.