Lithia Motors Inc

Manager, Financial Controls & Ethics

Lithia Motors Inc$100K — $150K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years leading teams in SOX, internal controls, audit, or financial compliance
  • Strong knowledge of SOX/ICFR and financial controls
  • Ability to influence leaders and align cross-functional partners
  • Experience in managing ethics and compliance investigations
  • Strategic mindset with problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills for executive presentations
  • CPA certification required

Responsibilities

  • Lead SOX strategy and execution, including annual certification planning
  • Oversee SOX testing and ensure quality workpapers
  • Evaluate control deficiencies and assess financial reporting impacts
  • Track remediation and recommend process improvements
  • Advise business partners on controls and financial reporting risks
  • Identify opportunities for control improvements using data analytics
  • Monitor fraud trends and manage ethics investigations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Paid life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Access to Lithia Learning Center
  • Vehicle purchase discounts
  • Wellness programs
Full Job Description
Dealership:
L0105 Lithia Home Office

Lithia & Driveway | Manager, Financial Controls & Ethics

We9re looking for a Manager, Financial Controls & Ethics to play a critical leadership role in shaping and safeguarding our financial control environment while championing ethical business practices across the organization.

Location: Remote (PST preferred)

Compensation Range:$100,000-150,000- Actual pay may vary based on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location. Final compensation will be determined during the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.

What You9ll Do

Lead SOX Strategy & Execution
  • Plan the annual SOX certification process, including risk assessment and scoping
  • Oversee SOX testing (including IT dependencies) and ensure high-quality, defensible workpapers
  • Evaluate control deficiencies, perform root cause analysis, and assess financial reporting impact

Strengthen Controls & Drive Improvement
  • Track remediation, validate completion, and recommend process improvements
  • Support SOX integration for newly acquired stores
  • Advise business partners on control design, documentation, and financial reporting risks

Enhance Efficiency & Innovation
  • Identify opportunities to improve controls through data analytics, automation, and emerging technologies
  • Contribute to evolving methodologies and best practices

Lead Ethics & Investigations
  • Monitor fraud and ethics trends using proactive risk indicators
  • Manage intake, triage, and investigation of ethics concerns
  • Deliver clear, executive-ready investigation summaries and track remediation

Develop & Lead Talent
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of SOX and controls professionals


What You Bring

  • Proven experience leading and developing teams in SOX, internal controls, audit, or financial compliance (typically 6+ years)
  • Strong foundation in SOX/ICFR and financial controls, with the ability to guide rather than execute day-to-day details
  • Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and drive alignment across cross-functional partners
  • Experience supporting ethics, fraud, or compliance investigations with sound judgment and discretion
  • Strategic mindset with strong problem-solving skills and a focus on continuous improvement
  • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear, executive-ready insights
  • CPA required


We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  • Paid Holidays & PTO
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Lithia Learning Center
  • Vehicle Purchase Discounts
  • Wellness Programs


For a more detailed view, visit: www.totalrewards.lithiadriveway.com.

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