Plan and execute IT SOX compliance testing, including walkthroughs, tests of design, and tests of operating effectivenessTest IT general controls, application controls, and IT-dependent controlsEvaluate the design and implementation of new or changed controls resulting from system implementations or process changesCoordinate evidence collection with control and process ownersEnsure timely remediation of control deficienciesAnalyze IT risk areas, identify control gaps, and recommend remediation plansSupport the annual SOX risk assessment, including scoping, control rationalization, and documentation updatesPrepare workpapers and reporting deliverables for internal stakeholders and external auditorsCollaborate with Internal Audit colleagues on integrated audits and cross-functional initiativesDevelop and mentor junior associates on IT audit and SOX methodologyMonitor emerging technologies, cybersecurity threats, and IT audit practicesBuild relationships with IT, finance, and compliance teams to drive control improvementsRequirementsBachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or a related field3-6 years of experience in IT audit, SOX compliance, or internal controlsStrong working knowledge of SOX Section 404, ITGCs, and application controlsExperience with control testing methodologies and audit toolsFamiliarity with COBIT, COSO, NIST, and ERP systems such as SAP and SAP S/4 Hana is highly desirableExcellent analytical, organizational, and project management skillsStrong verbal and written communication skills,



including the ability to present complex findingsProfessional certifications such as CISA, CIA, or CPA preferredFluent EnglishAny additional language is a plusExperience leveraging AI/automation preferredAbility to guide junior team members and take ownership of key processesHigh standards of integrity, independence, and confidentialityRisk-based critical thinking and sound judgment in evaluating control design and effectivenessCore CompetenciesDemonstrates expertise in IT SOX compliance testing, including control design evaluation and remediation planning. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior associates while maintaining high standards of integrity and confidentiality.Highest-signal resume keywordsIT Audit ExperienceSOX Compliance KnowledgeControl Testing MethodologiesProfessional Certifications (CISA, CIA, CPA)Analytical and Project Management SkillsATS Optimization KeywordsHard SkillsSOX Section 404IT General Controls (ITGCs)Application ControlsControl Testing MethodologiesRisk AssessmentEvidence CollectionControl Gap AnalysisAudit ReportingAI/Automation ExperienceCybersecurity AwarenessSoft SkillsAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProject Management SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsCertifications & QualificationsCISACIACPAIndustry KeywordsIT AuditSOX ComplianceInternal ControlsControl DeficienciesControl ImprovementsTools & TechnologiesCOBITCOSONISTERP Systems (SAP, SAP S/4 Hana)Audit Tools
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📌 Senior IT SOX Associate (Barcelona)
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📍 Barcelona