IT SOX Sr. Associate

bacardi; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Bacardi in Barcelona is seeking an IT SOX Senior Associate to drive testing and continuous improvement of the IT SOX program. You will lead ITGC and application controls testing, collaborate with IT leadership and external auditors, and help ensure robust controls across critical systems impacting financial reporting.

The role emphasizes technical rigor, cross-functional collaboration, and mentoring junior staff. Excellent English and a proactive, analytical mindset are essential.

Formación

• Bachelors degree in Information Systems, CS, Accounting or Finance.
• 3–6 years IT audit, SOX, or internal controls experience.
• Strong knowledge of SOX 404, ITGCs and application controls.
• Experience with control testing methodologies and audit tools.
• Familiarity with COBIT, COSO, NIST and ERP systems (SAP).
• Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
• Strong written and oral communication; able to present findings.
• Certifications such as CISA, CIA, CPA preferred.
• Fluent English; additional languages a plus.
• Experience leveraging AI/automation is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and execute IT SOX testing for ITGCs, application controls, and IT-dependent controls.
• Lead evaluation of design and implementation of new or changed controls.
• Coordinate with control owners to gather evidence and remediate deficiencies.
• Review IT risk areas, identify control gaps and advise remediation.
• Support annual SOX risk assessment, scoping and documentation updates.
• Prepare workpapers and reporting for stakeholders and auditors.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit on integrated audits.
• Mentor junior associates on IT audit and SOX methodology.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and cybersecurity threats.

Conocimientos

IT audit

SOX compliance

Internal controls

SAP

COBIT

COSO

NIST

CISA

CIA

CPA

Fluent English

AI automation

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Audit tools

Descripción del empleo

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

The IT SOX Senior Associate is a key contributor to the execution and continuous improvement of the Bacardi's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) IT compliance program. This role leads and performs advanced-level testing of IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, and IT-dependent manual controls across critical systems impacting financial reporting. The Senior Associate collaborates closely with IT leadership, business stakeholders, and external auditors to ensure the design and effectiveness of internal controls and support compliance objectives.

ABOUT YOU

You are a motivated, curious, and detail-driven professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. As a trusted partner, you bring balance of technical rigor and collaborative spirit, ensuring compliance while building strong relationships across teams.

You inspire confidence through your professionalism, accountability, and ability to translate complex control issues into meaningful insights.

RESPONSIBILITIES - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART YOUR KEY FOCUS WILL BE

• Plan and execute IT SOX compliance testing, including walkthroughs, test of design, and test of operating effectiveness for ITGCs, application controls, and IT-dependent controls.
• Lead efforts to evaluate the design and implementation of new or changed controls resulting from system implementations or process changes.
• Coordinate with control/process owners to facilitate evidence collection and ensure timely remediation of deficiencies.
• Review and analyze IT risk areas, identifying control gaps and recommending remediation plans.
• Support management's annual SOX risk assessment process, including scoping, control rationalization, and documentation updates.
• Prepare high-quality workpapers and reporting deliverables for internal stakeholders and external auditors.
• Collaborate with Internal Audit colleagues to support integrated audits and cross-functional initiatives.
• Assist in the development and mentoring of junior associates on IT audit and SOX methodology.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, cybersecurity threats, and IT audit practices.

SKILLS - THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY

• 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 (public accounting or internal audit experience preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of SOX Section 404, ITGCs, and application controls.
• Experience with control testing methodologies and audit tools.
• Familiarity with common IT frameworks (COBIT, COSO, NIST) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, 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 early.
• Professional certifications preferred (e.g., CISA, CIA, CPA).
• Fluent English. Any additional language is a plus.
• Experience leveraging AI/automation is preferred

PERSONAL QUALITIES - SHARE OUR FOUNDER'S PASSION AND ENTREPRENEURIAL FLAIR

• Leadership-Minded - Capable of guiding junior team members and taking ownership of key processes.
• Professional and Ethical - Maintains the highest standards of integrity, independence, and confidentiality.
• Strong Communicator - Able to clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Solutions Oriented - Focuses not only on identifying gaps but also on recommending practical solutions.
• Collaborative Partner - Builds trust with IT, finance, and compliance teams to drive control improvements.
• Critical Thinker - Applies a risk-based approach and sound judgement in evaluating control design and effectiveness.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of 'Belonging', where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become

Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others

People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance

Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.

Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you're presented with

Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learnin