SOX IT Analyst

Allied Gold Corporation; Toronto; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector is seeking a detail-oriented SOX IT Analyst to support their Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program. The role involves evaluating IT controls, collaborating with teams, and ensuring effective compliance measures are in place. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in IT or a related field, along with experience in IT audit or compliance. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, and proficiency in French is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in IT SOX compliance or IT audit.
• Strong understanding of SOX requirements and IT General Controls.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of SOX IT compliance activities.
• Evaluate design and effectiveness of IT controls.
• Coordinate with auditors during SOX IT audits.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational

Communication

French

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GRC or audit management tools

Job description

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Allied Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer with a significant growth profile and mineral endowment which operates a portfolio of three producing assets and other development projects located in Côte d'Ivoire, Mali and Ethiopia. Led by a team of mining executives with operational and development experience and proven success in creating value, Allied Gold aspires to become a mid-tier next generation gold producer in Africa and ultimately a leading senior global gold producer.

Allied Gold is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive SOX IT Analyst to join our IT department. The SOX IT Analyst will be responsible for supporting the organization’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program as it relates to IT systems, processes and controls. This position will work closely with IT, internal audit, and business teams to ensure that IT General Controls (ITGCs) and other technology-related controls are designed, implemented and operating effectively to support SOX compliance.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, execution and documentation of SOX IT compliance activities, including risk assessments, process walkthroughs and ITGC testing.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls over areas such as access management, change management, system operations and data backup/recovery.
• Collaborate with IT process owners and sites to understand system environments, identify control gaps and recommend improvements to strengthen the control environment.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during SOX IT audits, providing requested documentation, system evidence and explanations.
• Track and monitor the status of IT control deficiencies, working with IT stakeholders to ensure timely remediation and closure.
• Maintain comprehensive and organized documentation of IT SOX controls, testing procedures and results.
• Support the development and delivery of SOX IT compliance training and awareness programs for IT staff and other IT control owners.
• Stay current on regulatory changes, industry best practices, and emerging risks related to SOX IT compliance and cybersecurity.
• Prepare and present reports on SOX IT compliance status, findings and remediation progress to IT management.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives related to IT controls, security and compliance.

Position Qualifications

• This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• This position requires a minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in IT SOX compliance, IT audit, information security, or a related IT risk management field.
• Strong understanding of SOX requirements, IT General Controls (ITGCs), and risk management principles.
• Familiarity with IT frameworks and standards such as COBIT, NIST, or ISO 27001 is an asset.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. French language is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Experience with GRC or audit management tools is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced IT environment.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC or similar are preferred but not required.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology, Analyst, and Other

• Industries

  Mining

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