Drive the Future with Xos
Xos (NASDAQ: XOS), is a technology company and electric truck manufacturer on a mission to decarbonize commercial transportation. We design and build state-of-the-art electric vehicles, develop advanced fleet management software, and create charging solutions that make fleet electrification seamless and cost-efficient. At Xos, we're problem-solvers, innovators, and go-getters, working together to drive a cleaner, more sustainable future. Join us and be part of the movement shaping the next generation of commercial transportation.
The Role
Xos is seeking a Director of SOX Compliance to lead the development and execution of our internal control and SOX compliance program. In this high-impact role, you'll oversee policy design, testing, and reporting while partnering across teams to strengthen financial accuracy and risk mitigation. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex problems, enjoys working across teams, and brings a strong command of internal controls and financial compliance.
**This is an on-site based role at our Los Angeles, CA HQ, offering a hybrid work model with more days in the office**
What You'll Do:
- Risk Assessment and Design Control:
- Perform comprehensive risk assessments of internal control systems.
- Identify deficiencies in control design and develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate risk.
- SOX Compliance and Audit Testing:
- Design and lead the company’s annual SOX audit testing program.
- Perform testing of internal controls, including those related to financial reporting, data security, and system integrity.
- Maintain and update SOX process documentation and work with external auditors on walkthroughs and testing.
- Policy and Procedure Development:
- Create, maintain, and ensure compliance with accounting principles and procedures aligned with US GAAP.
- Recommend improvements to accounting practices, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
- Financial Reporting and Analysis:
- Prepare and present reports on internal control findings to senior leadership and the Audit committee.
- Provide insights and recommendations based on financial data to support strategic decision-making.
- Audit and Compliance Management:
- Manage and coordinate support for annual SOX audits.
- Ensure all SOX audit requests are fulfilled with timely and accurate documentation.
- System and Process Optimization:
- Collaborate with IT and finance teams to enhance accounting systems, reporting tools, and automation initiatives.
- Support integrity and consistency between systems and the general ledger.
- IT and Systems Collaboration:
- Perform risk and control assessments over internal IT systems.
- Review system access controls, change management protocols, and segregation of duties within financial system.
- Monitor data integrity between source systems and the general ledger to support accurate financial reporting and compliance.
- Perform test of design testing over IT general controls.
- Training and Cross-functional support:
- Deliver internal control training and guidance on relevant teams.
- Act as resource and liaison across departments to support process compliance and accounting accuracy.
- Leadership and Communication:
- Communicate key findings, risk, and recommendations to senior leaders, including the CEO and VP of Finance.
- Lead and/or support cross-functional projects related to compliance, system upgrades, and process improvement.
- Ad Hoc
- Perform assigned month end close areas
- Perform accounting, finance, and/or tax assignment as assigned based on team needs
- Additional responsibilities as assigned
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA License or progress towards CPA certification preferred but not required
- Strong understanding of US GAAP and accounting principles
- 7+ years of experience in managing internal controls and SOX compliance.
- Previous experience in a supervisory or managerial role
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across departments
- Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems, NetSuite experience is a plus
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast paced environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets and other financial analysis tools
- Demonstrated leadership skills, with a focus on team development and performance management
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
The salary range for this role is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Xos Inc. reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less that the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including not but limited to, job-related knowledge, skillset, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, geographic location, and other business or organizational factors.
The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered.
- California (Los Angeles Metropolitan): $140,000 - $160,000 annual base salary
Benefits & Perks
Xos is a people-focused company—we are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive package of benefits and perks designed to support their well-being and professional growth. We continually evaluate and expand our offerings to best serve our team.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision - Coverage for you and your family, with PPO and HMO (California) plans available. We offer plans with 100% covered employee premiums. Employees can also enroll in a variety of voluntary ancillary benefits to further support their needs.
- HSA & FSAPlans - Set aside pre-tax dollars for qualified healthcare expenses.
- PTO - Accrue vacation time over time, with additional days earned as your tenure grows, plus sick time and paid holidays!
- Generous Company Holidays - Enjoy a generous holiday calendar, including a winter holiday hiatus in December.
- Basic Life & AD&D Insurance - 100% covered by Xos, with the option to purchase additional life insurance coverage for yourself and eligible dependents.
- Betterment 401(k) - Save for retirement with our employer-sponsored plan through Betterment.
- Pet Insurance - Coverage for your furry friends to keep them healthy and happy!
- Additional opportunities to learn, grow, and advance in your career, just to name a few!
We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive. Our benefits continue to evolve to best support our team's well-being and success.
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Xos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, ancestry, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. Xos provides equal access to services and employment to all qualified persons. For applicants with disabilities or limitations, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, requiring accommodations to complete the application and/or interview process, please email us at
support@xostrucks.com
Candidate Data Privacy
This notice describes how Xos (as used in this Notice, the terms “Company,” “Xos,” “we,” “our,” or “us” in this Notice refers to Xos, Inc., together with its subsidiaries and other corporate affiliates, who may handle your candidacy and application for employment) may collect, process, and use your personal data in connection with the recruitment process when you apply for a position.Xos may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in the recruitment process (“Candidate Personal Data”).
This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Xos may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.Xos may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform duties, including individuals on our People Operations Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Xos affiliates; and (iii) Xos’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.Where permitted by applicable law, Xos may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Profile Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Notice to Recruitment Services
Xos is not accepting applications from third-party recruitment services at this time. Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job postings will not be subject to any referral or placement fees unless a written agreement is in place with Xos for the specific job opportunity.
