About the Role
SOX Accountant - Leading Infrastructure Business
£65,000 + Bonus | London | First Move from Practice
Are you currently in a top-tier accountancy practice and ready to make your first move into industry? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a major, fast‑growing infrastructure business as a SOX Accountant, playing a key role in strengthening financial controls and supporting a global transformation journey.
The Company
Our client is a market‑leading infrastructure organisation delivering large‑scale, high‑impact projects across the UK and internationally. With continued investment, strong leadership, and a commitment to operational excellence, the business offers a fantastic platform for ambitious finance professionals looking to develop their careers in a commercial setting.
The Role
As a SOX Accountant, you will work closely with finance, internal audit, and operational teams to drive SOX compliance and embed strong internal control frameworks across the business. This role is ideal for someone seeking a broad remit, visibility with senior stakeholders, and a chance to make a measurable impact from day one.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the delivery and continuous improvement of the SOX compliance programme
Perform risk assessments and document key financial processes and controls
Lead testing of internal controls and identify areas for remediation
Partner with process owners across the business to strengthen compliance culture
Prepare high‑quality reporting for senior leadership and audit committees
Assist with wider internal controls projects as the business scales and evolves
About You
The ideal candidate will be:
Currently working in a top‑tier accountancy practice (Big 4 or leading mid‑tier)
Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
Motivated to take their first step into industry, specifically into controls, audit, or risk
Strong in stakeholder engagement, communication, and problem‑solving
Detail‑oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment
SOX experience is beneficial but not essential-full training and support will be provided.
What's on Offer
£65,000 base salary
Annual bonus
Excellent career development opportunities
Exposure to senior stakeholders and business‑critical projects
Hybrid working and a supportive, high‑performing team environment
Tech Stack
SOX complianceinternal controlsrisk assessmentfinancial process documentationcontrol testingstakeholder engagementcommunicationproblem-solving