Sarah Semprez

About Sarah Semprez

Experienced transformation leader with a proven track record in transforming and managing Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) programs. Successfully enhancing SOX program structures, redesigning business processes for efficiency, and establishing cost-effective testing models, significantly reducing audit costs. Building high-performing teams, driving change, communicating effectively with senior management and the Board Audit Committee, and ensuring robust internal controls.

Experience

1. Global Vice President, Sox Program

   Salesforce

   Jul 2021 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US

   Spearheading the maturation and transformation of the SOX program, enhancing the reporting structure, business partnership model, and scope- Leading the redesign of business processes and controls to improve efficiency and scalability, ensuring integration in system implementations and process reengineering- Establishing a cost-effective, scalable SOX testing model, collaborating with external auditors to significantly reduce audit costs, and implementing strategic outsourcing to maintain program robustness while optimizing expenses- Building and directing a high-performing, globally focused SOX team with deep technical accounting and IT expertise- Regularly briefing senior leadership and the Board Audit Committee on the SOX program\'s status, challenges, and achievements

Education

• California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

  Bachelor of Science, Business Administration/Accounting

  1995 — 2000

Skills

• Business Process
• Gaap
• Internal Controls
• Sarbanes-Oxley Act