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SOX & J-SOX Services

Ensure compliance and operational transparency with SOX and J-SOX Services by ITGRC Advisory Ltd. We provide tailored solutions to meet the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and Japan's Financial Instruments and Exchange Act  requirements, enhancing financial reporting accuracy and strengthening internal controls.

ITGRC Advisory Ltd. offers tailored solutions to help organizations comply with SOX and J-SOX regulations. Our services are designed to establish effective internal controls, mitigate financial risks, and ensure accurate financial reporting.

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Key components of SOX and J-SOX

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The Sarbanes-Oxley Act is a U.S. federal law established to protect investors by improving the accuracy and reliability of corporate disclosures. It mandates stringent internal control and financial reporting requirements to prevent fraud and enhance transparency.

 

Key components of SOX include:

  1. Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting (ICFR): Organizations must establish and maintain robust internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting.

  2. Management Accountability: SOX requires executives to certify the accuracy of financial statements and take responsibility for internal controls.

  3. Audit Committee Oversight: Public companies must have independent audit committees to oversee the financial reporting process and ensure auditor independence.

  4. Risk Assessment: Identifying and addressing financial risks is central to SOX compliance.

  5. Compliance Testing and Documentation: Regular testing and documentation of controls are essential to demonstrate compliance.

 

Japan's Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (J-SOX) is Japan’s equivalent to SOX, implemented to ensure the reliability of financial reporting and protect investors. While it shares similarities with SOX, J-SOX focuses more on internal control system evaluations and aligns with Japanese corporate practices.

 

Key components of J-SOX include:

  1. Internal Control Reporting: Organizations are required to evaluate and report on the effectiveness of their internal controls annually.

  2. Scope of Controls: J-SOX emphasizes operational processes and IT systems that impact financial reporting.

  3. Documentation Standards: Detailed and standardized documentation of internal control systems is necessary to meet J-SOX requirements.

  4. Management Responsibility: Executives must verify the implementation and effectiveness of controls and sign off on financial statements.

  5. External Audit Validation: External auditors must assess and validate the effectiveness of internal controls, ensuring compliance with J-SOX standards.
     

Both SOX and J-SOX aim to enhance trust in financial reporting and require organizations to implement rigorous control systems. ITGRC Advisory Ltd. ensures your organization meets these regulations effectively while aligning with industry best practices.

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Description of SOX and J-SOX Services

Our SOX and J-SOX Services provide end-to-end support to ensure compliance, strengthen financial governance, and enhance internal controls. We address critical aspects such as Process Controls, Organization Controls, and IT General Controls, ensuring robust compliance and operational efficiency.

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  1. Internal Control Design and Implementation:

    • Assessing existing control environments to identify gaps in financial, process, organizational, and IT controls.

    • Designing and implementing controls aligned with the COSO framework and J-SOX standards to improve reliability and compliance.

  2. Process Controls:

    • Establishing and evaluating key controls within financial and operational processes to ensure accuracy and consistency in reporting.

    • Standardizing workflows for critical processes such as revenue recognition, procurement, and payroll.

    • Integrating automated controls within processes to reduce manual intervention and errors.

  3. Organization Controls:

    • Reviewing and strengthening governance structures to ensure accountability and compliance.

    • Defining roles and responsibilities for key personnel to enhance oversight of financial and operational processes.

    • Establishing approval hierarchies and segregation of duties to minimize risks of fraud and errors.

  4. IT General Controls:

    • Access Management: Implementing user access controls to safeguard financial and operational systems.

    • Change Management: Establishing robust procedures for IT and application changes to ensure all modifications are authorized and documented.

    • System Operations and Security: Evaluating system reliability, data backups, disaster recovery plans, and security measures.

    • Data Integrity: Validating data accuracy and security through controls on automated processes, interfaces, and inputs.

  5. Risk Management and Mitigation:

    • Conducting risk assessments to prioritize focus areas in financial, operational, and IT environments.

    • Developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies integrated with business operations.

    • Monitoring key risk indicators (KRIs) for sustained compliance and operational integrity.

  6. Documentation and Process Standardization:

    • Creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation for process, organizational, and IT controls to meet regulatory standards.

    • Standardizing workflows and control mechanisms across departments to enhance consistency and compliance.

  7. Audit Readiness and Coordination:

    • Preparing organizations for audits through mock evaluations and control validations, including process and IT controls.

    • Assisting with documentation, walkthroughs, and communication with auditors.

    • Addressing findings and implementing remediation strategies efficiently.

  8. Continuous Compliance Support:

    • Conducting periodic assessments to adapt to evolving SOX and J-SOX requirements.

    • Offering targeted training programs to build team competency in financial, process, organizational, and IT controls.

    • Identifying and implementing improvements to streamline compliance efforts and enhance overall operational performance.

  9. External Audit Services:

    • Acting as an independent external auditor, we provide objective assessments of your financial reporting and control systems.

    • Offering assurance services to evaluate compliance with SOX and J-SOX requirements, including financial, operational, and IT controls.

    • Delivering detailed audit reports with actionable insights to enhance internal controls and ensure stakeholder confidence.

    • Providing ongoing support to address audit findings and implement long-term improvements in governance and compliance frameworks.

 

Partnering with ITGRC Advisory Ltd. ensures your organization meets SOX and J-SOX requirements while building a resilient internal control environment. Contact us today to strengthen your financial governance and compliance efforts.

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ITGRC ADVISORY LTD. 

590 Kingston Road, London, 

United Kingdom, SW20 8DN

​company  number: 12435469

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