Associate Director, SOX Audit

Amphenol is one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world. Founded in 1932, Amphenol designs, manufactures and markets electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors, interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. Amphenol has been on the forefront of enabling the electronics revolution by driving value through innovation and connecting people and technology. The primary end markets for the company's products are communications and information processing markets, including artificial intelligence, cellular telephone and data communication and information processing systems; aerospace and military electronics; and automotive, rail and other transportation and industrial applications. Listed on the NYSE with sales of $23.1 Billion in 2025 and a Fortune 500 company, Amphenol is a top performing company with an unparalleled history of growth. With more than 200,000 dedicated employees working in 140 businesses in more than 40 countries, Amphenol has the unique advantage of having both diversified global reach while still being a focused organization. Our focus comes from our entrepreneurial management teams dedicated to specific markets and regions.

Job Title: Associate Director, SOX Audit

Location: Wallingford, CT (in-person)

Department: Internal Audit Department

Reports To: VP Internal Audit

Job Description:

Build a value-adding SOX audit program that safeguards the Company’s financial integrity and ensures compliance with US GAAP, SEC rules, and applicable regulations; serve as a key partner to the VP, Internal Audit.

SEC reporting & consolidated audit leadership

• Lead the planning and execution of substantive and ICFR audits for the consolidated financial statements and related SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K) at HQ.
• Ensure audit work aligns with US GAAP and SEC requirements.

SEC compliance & risk management

• Identify and assess financial, operational, and reporting risks.
• Research, document, and advise on complex technical accounting and auditing matters.
• Design and implement risk-management strategies that align with SOX.
• Evaluate business processes and transactions for risks to the accuracy and reliability of SEC filings.
• Review statutory financial statements, SEC filings, and other regulatory submissions for compliance, including the impact of new accounting standards.

Audit execution & internal control evaluation

• Develop risk-based audit plans; execute and supervise fieldwork to achieve audit objectives (information integrity, process efficiency/effectiveness, asset safeguarding, and compliance).
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls; identify and report deficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Provide day-to-day supervision and guidance to auditors and staff.
• Ensure workpapers are complete, accurate, and support audit conclusions.

Reporting & follow-through

• Prepare and present clear audit reports to local and senior management, highlighting key risks, control gaps, and actionable recommendations.
• Evaluate management action plans and process-improvement opportunities.
• Maintain and monitor the audit findings log to ensure timely remediation.

Stakeholder engagement

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including external auditors and Executive, Division, Group, Business Unit management.
• Partner with Business Unit management to develop and maintain cost-effective, efficient systems of internal control.

Regulatory awareness

• Stay current on changes in financial reporting, SOX, and other relevant laws and regulations; adjust audit approaches accordingly.
• Review compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

People leadership & administration

• Train, coach, develop, and support Internal Audit staff and Guest Auditors.
• Support the VP in administrative matters.

Special projects (15–20%)

• Lead or support initiatives such as accounting advisory, operational audits, investigations, due diligence, acquisition integration, rationalization studies, process improvement, or temporary on-site controllership assignments, as needed.

Qualifications:

• 10 years of experience in public accounting or a combination of public accounting and manufacturing industry experience. Strong technical accounting skills in US GAAP and SEC regulations - CPA required
• Excellent leadership abilities and experience managing an audit team
• Ability to research and evaluate complex and/or emerging accounting issues
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong analytical skills - ability to analyze and detect trends, issues or flaws; determine root case of issues; and partner with others to drive solutions
• Knowledge of business processes and efficiencies
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Strict attention to detail