Sarbanes-Oxley and strategies for compliance

Delivering an optimized Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) program is a primary objective of many enterprises. For those internal auditors that have significant SOX responsibilities, a challenge is continuing to increase the value provided to the organization.

How PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) can help

Maximizing the value and effectiveness of the internal audit function requires an understanding of an organization's objectives, risks, risk management priorities, regulatory environment, and the diverse needs of critical stakeholders including executive management, the board, employees, and shareholders.

Our approach applies a top-down risk-based methodology that helps clients focus on the right risks and maximize efficiencies.

We provide a full range of Sarbanes-Oxley advisory services, including:

• Outsourcing of SOX activities
• Consulting on the structure, processes, and organization of a company's SOX function
• Updating or streamlining the SOX function with process improvement expertise
• Wide array of training options on SOX requirements and processes

We assist organizations that need help improving the quality and effectiveness of their internal audit and compliance processes. Talk to us about how PricewaterhouseCoopers can help.