IT SOX Analyst

SR. IT SOX ANALYST | HYBRID (DURHAM, NC)
The Select Group is seeking a talented Senior IT SOX Analyst to join one of our top Communications partners, focusing on enhancing their SOX controls framework, specifically ITAC (IT Automated Controls). This role will support the manager in executing testing and providing documentation support for the testing process. Currently, management does not have a formal testing framework, and the control definitions are still developing. This year, the goal is to design and implement a customized testing program, leveraging existing control wordings from finance. The effort involves collaboration across finance, technology controls, and external auditors, with strong backing from the IT audit organization.

SR. IT SOX ANALYST REQUIREMENTS

• 2-5+ years of experience in IT auditing, SOX compliance, and/or IT risk management
• Ability to understand the steps involved in testing IT Automated Controls (ITAC) and experience in documenting test results
• Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations and auditing standards
• Knowledge of IT general controls (ITGC), application controls, and financial reporting processes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Bonus Skills:

• Big 4 experience (Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC)
• Certifications such as CISA, CIA, or CPA

SR. IT SOX ANALYST RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in designing and implementing the internal testing program for SOX IT application controls (ITACs)
• Develop and maintain comprehensive walkthrough documentation for ITACs
• Create ITAC testing workpapers to ensure controls are effectively implemented and operating as designed
• Perform day-to-day testing of ITACs as required
• Monitor compliance with internal policies and external regulations
• Collaborate with internal finance teams, IT departments, business units, developers, and stakeholders to ensure IT application controls are effectively designed to meet organizational needs
• Coordinate external auditor PBC (Provided By Client) requests related to ITACs
• Provide support and guidance to internal stakeholders regarding IT application controls
• Document walkthroughs for key ITGC processes and controls, ensuring that internal process flowcharts and narratives are accurate and up-to-date
• Assist in testing controls and advancing IT audit and compliance efforts in alignment with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements
• Communicate with external auditors to coordinate PBCs, follow-up requests, etc.
• Monitor compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and overall information management strategies
• Suggest process improvements and track audit findings to ensure timely resolution by process and control owners
• Assist in assessing control deficiency risk impacts as necessary
• Engage effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members in a variety of settings
• Take on additional duties as requested or assigned by IT Audit management

TSG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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