Plan and execute IT SOX compliance testing, including walkthroughs, tests of design, and tests of operating effectiveness
Test IT general controls, application controls, and IT-dependent controls
Evaluate the design and implementation of new or changed controls resulting from system implementations or process changes
Coordinate evidence collection with control and process owners
Ensure timely remediation of control deficiencies
Analyze IT risk areas, identify control gaps, and recommend remediation plans
Support the annual SOX risk assessment, including scoping, control rationalization, and documentation updates
Prepare workpapers and reporting deliverables for internal stakeholders and external auditors
Collaborate with Internal Audit colleagues on integrated audits and cross-functional initiatives
Develop and mentor junior associates on IT audit and SOX methodology
Monitor emerging technologies, cybersecurity threats, and IT audit practices
Build relationships with IT, finance, and compliance teams to drive control improvements
Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
3-6 years of experience in IT audit, SOX compliance, or internal controls
Strong working knowledge of SOX Section 404, ITGCs, and application controls
Experience with control testing methodologies and audit tools
Familiarity with COBIT, COSO, NIST, and ERP systems such as SAP and SAP S/4 Hana is highly desirable
Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills,



including the ability to present complex findings
Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, or CPA preferred
Fluent English
Any additional language is a plus
Experience leveraging AI/automation preferred
Ability to guide junior team members and take ownership of key processes
High standards of integrity, independence, and confidentiality
Risk-based critical thinking and sound judgment in evaluating control design and effectiveness
Core Competencies Demonstrates 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 keywords IT Audit Experience
SOX Compliance Knowledge
Control Testing Methodologies
Professional Certifications (CISA, CIA, CPA)
Analytical and Project Management Skills
ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills SOX Section 404
IT General Controls (ITGCs)
Application Controls
Control Testing Methodologies
Risk Assessment
Evidence Collection
Control Gap Analysis
Audit Reporting
AI/Automation Experience
Cybersecurity Awareness
Soft Skills Analytical Skills
Organizational Skills
Project Management Skills
Verbal Communication Skills
Written Communication Skills
Certifications & Qualifications CISA
CIA
CPA
Industry Keywords IT Audit
SOX Compliance
Internal Controls
Control Deficiencies
Control Improvements
Tools & Technologies COBIT
COSO
NIST
ERP Systems (SAP, SAP S/4 Hana)
Audit Tools
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