Senior IT SOX Controls Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Contribute to the creation and implementation of the Company’s SOX function.

• Assist in conducting the Company’s SOX IT risk assessment and scoping.

• Collaborate with Technology teams and application owners to maintain and enhance key SOX process and control documentation.

• Assess modifications to applications, tools, and infrastructure to ensure proper design and implementation of SOX controls.

• Inform Company stakeholders to ensure clarity regarding expectations and requirements for key SOX controls.

• Facilitate SOX requests, lead design walkthroughs, and execute controls effectiveness testing.

• Communicate audit findings and coordinate with control owners on remediation strategies for SOX controls.

• Offer recommendations to enhance processes and controls, including IT General Controls, key system configurations, and automated controls.

• Develop regular procedures for monitoring controls effectiveness.

• Collaborate with Technology, Accounting, Compliance, and External Auditors on SOX and regulatory obligations.

• Engage in technology-driven process improvement initiatives to bolster internal controls and operational efficiency.

• Cultivate cross-functional relationships.

• Assist with additional special projects as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in public accounting, internal audit, or internal controls.

• A strong understanding of IT General Controls (access management, change management, and IT operations) within SOX environments.

• Experience in testing automated controls and key reports.

• Proficient in evaluating user access provisioning, role design, and privileged access controls.

• Knowledge of system architecture, data flows, and system interfaces, including risks associated with data integrity in financial reporting.

• Experience in assessing controls in cloud-based environments.

• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle and agile development environments along with associated controls.

• Capability to apply common control frameworks (e.g., COBIT, NIST) in practical SOX settings.

• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in all essential duties and a keen attention to detail.

• Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to present findings to various levels within the organization.

• Experience and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment that requires creativity and adaptability.

• Effective time management abilities, with a knack for prioritizing tasks and consistently meeting deadlines.

• Integrity – embodies and promotes company values.

• Certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, or Certified Internal Auditor are a plus.

• Willingness to travel occasionally, both domestically and internationally.

🏝️ Benefits

• Discretionary annual company bonus (Eligibility Varies by Role).

• 401(k) plan with a 100% company match on the first 4%.

• Comprehensive medical coverage (HSA & FSA plans), along with dental and vision insurance.

• Paid Time Off (Eligibility Varies by Role).

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).