Senior Analyst, IT Internal Controls – SOX Compliance

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +4 more states.

📋 Description

• Assisting in the implementation and ongoing enhancement of Circle's IT SOX compliance program, which encompasses annual planning, risk assessments, control documentation, testing coordination, and remediation tracking.

• Aiding in the creation of SOX-compliant documentation, including narratives, flow charts, and control descriptions.

• Developing and leading the documentation of control procedures while evaluating changes and/or consolidations resulting from various system implementations.

• Facilitating discussions to comprehend IT and business processes along with the controls and their interrelationship.

• Designing and reviewing controls related to system implementations, data conversions, or data migrations (SDLC).

• Conducting regular reviews to verify that application controls and Segregation of Duties (SOD) are appropriately configured across the organization's systems.

• Collaborating with the internal audit team to design testing programs that ensure accurate SOX assertions can be made.

• Assisting in the evaluation of third-party service providers concerning SOC reports.

• Examining and designing adequate internal controls to ensure the completeness and accuracy of reports and Information Produced by Entity (IPE).

• Managing control design projects for new products, processes, and system launches, ensuring that suitable internal controls are established prior to launch.

• Overseeing the Audit Board's internal controls repository.

• Reviewing, assessing, and analyzing reported control deficiencies, root causes, and planned corrective actions in collaboration with IT and business process owners.

• Coordinating with internal and external auditors to streamline IT General Controls and automated controls testing, as well as process walkthroughs, minimizing business impact and aligning test results for efficiency.

• Collaborating closely with IT, Security, Engineering, Data, and Compliance teams to ensure that IT General Control documentation and monitoring programs meet SOX requirements.

• Preparing materials and SOX compliance findings and assertions for Leadership and Audit Committee meetings.

• Contributing to the ongoing development of the Internal Controls program through initiatives aimed at optimization, standardization, and automation.

• Supporting special projects and conducting ad hoc risk and compliance assessments as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in Big 4 IT Audit, IT SOX Compliance, Internal Controls, Risk Advisory, or related fields.

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline.

• Required certification: CPA, CISA, CIA, CISSP, or equivalent.

• In-depth knowledge of SOX 404 requirements, PCAOB standards, COSO framework, and IT General Controls (ITGCs).

• Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and managing ITGC and SOX compliance programs, preferably within a high-growth technology company that is pre-IPO or newly public.

• Proficient in testing and assessing ITGCs, automated controls, IT-dependent manual controls, and key reports used in financial reporting processes.

• Strong understanding of cloud environments, SaaS applications, identity and access management, SDLC processes, and cybersecurity controls.

• Familiarity with ERP systems, financial applications, and GRC platforms.

• Ability to identify risks linked to AI-enabled processes and technologies, including governance, data quality, security, regulatory, and financial reporting considerations, and to suggest suitable controls and oversight mechanisms.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities, capable of effectively engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Competence in evaluating business and technology processes, pinpointing and articulating risks, and developing practical, scalable control solutions.

• Proven capability to manage multiple priorities, adhere to deadlines, and function effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• High level of integrity and the ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.

• Experience or familiarity with Slack, Apple MacOS, Google Workspace, and audit/compliance management tools.

• Experience in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to enhance business processes, including the development, implementation, or use of AI-driven solutions, agents, automations, or productivity tools.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• Flexible work environment

• Professional development opportunities