SOX Compliance Consulting
SOX Support Built to Reduce Friction & Protect Leadership
SOX compliance doesn’t have to be complicated. From pre-IPO to accelerated filers, we deliver industry-agnostic SOX consulting across 404A and 404B requirements that fits your team and your timeline.
- Get flexible support, whether you need extra hands or full ownership
- Reduce duplicative testing with early external auditor alignment
- Work with a US-based SOX team — no handoffs or headaches
How SC&H Streamlines SOX Compliance
Most SOX pain comes from the same source: misalignment, whether across expectations, testing methodologies, or ownership. That’s why we align with your external auditor’s key controls and methodologies – so they can rely on management’s work without duplicate testing or unnecessary audit fees.
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Program Setup & Scoping
Start with structure instead of guesswork.
- Create a clear SOX roadmap and testing cadence
- Align scope to your processes, systems, and risk profile
- Develop organized control documentation and process narratives
2
Testing & Evidence Management
Clean, consistent testing reduces repeat work.
- Plan testing around realistic remediation windows
- Match testing attributes to auditor expectations
- Produce workpapers designed for auditor reliance
3
Remediation & Re-Testing
Reduce late-year surprises and reportable issues.
- Identify root causes behind control gaps
- Support process owners with practical fixes
- Re-test efficiently to keep the program on track
4
External Auditor Coordination
Collaboration with your auditors keeps the process moving.
- Align early on what good looks like
- Stay aligned as scope and systems change
- Manage handoffs to limit back-and-forth
Flexible SOX Consulting That Fits Your Team
Grants come with strict requirements, and when processes break down, the consequences can be serious—funding clawbacks, failed audits, or damaged trust with agencies. We help you build stronger grant management programs through early assessments, clear documentation, and right-sized improvements that align with your goals.
Full Outsourcing
Free up internal bandwidth while maintaining a steady, audit-ready cadence.
Best for: Teams without a dedicated SOX or internal audit function, or organizations that need end-to-end execution.
What you get:
- Program management and testing leadership
- Documentation, testing, and remediation coordination
- Ongoing collaboration with external auditors to reduce duplicate effort
Co-Sourcing
Extend your team and get targeted support, without over-hiring.
Best for: Teams with internal audit or compliance resources who need specialized SOX expertise.
What you get:
- Program management and testing leadership
- Documentation, testing, and remediation coordination
- Ongoing collaboration with external auditors to reduce duplicate effort
Why Teams Choose SC&H For SOX
SOX work may look similar on paper. Execution is where the difference shows up.
External auditor alignment
Testing expectations align with your external auditors before work begins and stay aligned all year.
Testing built for auditor reliance
Workpapers match auditor evidence requirements to reduce re-performance and duplicated testing.
In-house, US-based teams
Work directly with US-based professionals in your time zone who know your environment.
Clear ownership and oversight
Dedicated SOX specialists lead execution with senior advisors engaged at the right moments.
SOX 404A Vs 404B: What Changes & What Doesn’t
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SOX requirements depend on company size, status, and time since going public. Thresholds and classifications change over time, and exceptions apply. This guidance reflects common industry practice rather than legal advice.
Not sure where you fall? We help you determine the right path quickly.
Compliance Doesn’t Have To Be Complicated
If SOX is consuming your team’s time or your external audit feels like a second SOX engagement, let’s talk. You’ll get a clear, practical recommendation and a realistic path forward.
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