
IT SOX Controls Senior Manager
- Raritan, NJ
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the design, implementation, and testing of IT controls to ensure compliance with SOX regulations.
- Collaborate with IT, Finance, Internal Audit, and External Auditors to define control requirements and assess control effectiveness.
- Monitor control performance and identify areas for improvement to mitigate risks related to financial reporting.
- Document control processes, testing procedures, and evidence for audit readiness.
- Track, review, and report on control deficiencies, remediation plans, and status updates.
- Stay updated on regulatory changes related to SOX compliance and implement necessary updates to controls.
- Conduct risk assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of key IT controls and develop mitigation strategies.
- Provide training and guidance to team members and stakeholders on IT SOX compliance standards.
- Bachelor’s degree required preferably in Information Technology, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Professional Certification – preferred
- Certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CPA are preferred.
- Twelve (12) years of professional experience in an internal audit, or compliance capacity supporting a publicly traded organization.
- Big 4 experience (minimum of 8 years) a plus.
- Certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CPA are preferred.
- Proven experience in IT control management, IT audit, or compliance roles, ideally within a SOX environment.
- Strong understanding of SOX Section 404 requirements and IT general controls (ITGC) and with SOX control automation activities (i.e., CCM, AI, etc.)
- Knowledge of US GAAP, and PCAOB auditing standards.
- Knowledge of internal audit applications (i.e., AuditBoard) to support data collection for internal/external audit partners.
- Experience refining, optimizing, and automating the existing control environment while maintaining effectiveness & compliance with SOX requirements.
- Knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure, and security principles.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.