IT Audit Manager, SOX Compliance 

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We are currently seeking an experienced highly motivated individual to join Pearson as our IT Audit Manager - SOX Compliance. This position reports to the Director, IT Governance and Compliance, overseeing our Governance, Risk & Compliance space.

 

Primary Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of management’s internal testing program for SOX IT application controls (ITACs) Create comprehensive test plans for individual ITACs  Review process documentation and lead walkthroughs of key ITAC processes and controls Develop and maintain comprehensive walkthrough documentation Review ITAC testing workpapers to validate ITACs are appropriately implemented and operating effectively Perform day-to-day testing activities of ITACs as required Monitor controls for compliance with internal policies and external regulations Work closely with internal finance teams, IT teams, business, developers, and stakeholders to ensure that application controls are designed effectively and meet organizational needs. Review and coordinate external auditor PBC requests for ITACs Provide training and support to stakeholders and junior staff on IT application controls best practices Present on the status of IT application controls and provide recommendations for improvement and feedback to stakeholders

 

Additional Responsibilities

Review process documentation and lead walkthroughs of key ITGC processes and controls and ensure internal process flowcharts/narratives are up to date and accurate Test controls and assist in the development and advancement of IT audit and compliance efforts pursuant Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Communicate with external auditors to coordinate PBCs, reliance testing, etc. Monitoring compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and overall information management strategy Perform root cause analysis and assist management in developing recommendations to correct control deficiencies Provide ideas for process enhancements and follow up on audit findings to ensure they are addressed by process and control owners in a timely manner Assist with control deficiency risk impact assessments and communicate results to management and external auditors  Interact effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members in a wide variety of settings Assume additional duties as requested or assigned by the Senior Manager or Director of IT Audit and Compliance Mentor junior staff as appropriate

 

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

Strong background in IT application controls and finance Experience with ERPs, HCMs and SCMs Knowledge of infrastructure systems, including servers, databases, password vault tools and cloud environments.

 

Essential Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Finance, or Accounting required CISA, CIA or CPA/Chartered Accountant certification required Strong understanding of design assessment and operating effectiveness assessment of IT automated process controls, IT dependent manual controls, and interface controls. 5+ years of SOX ITAC/ITGC experience in large publicly traded organization and/or public accounting  Understanding of and experience with risk management relevant fields and frameworks, including SOX, COSO, and COBIT Ability to multitask and successfully manage multiple priorities and tasks