IT Risk and Controls Testing Analyst (SOx)

TN United Kingdom; Dudley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IT Risk and Controls Testing Analyst to ensure compliance across IT and business units. This role focuses on testing IT General Controls and preparing key reports for SOx compliance. You will coordinate with internal teams and external auditors, manage risks, and ensure documentation accuracy. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in IT auditing, strong analytical skills, and relevant certifications. Join a diverse and inclusive environment where your contributions will make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in IT SOX, including testing and remediation.
• Proven experience as an IT Auditor in a Big Four firm or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist with executing the IT SOX project plan, including planning and reporting.
• Create and maintain documentation for the IT SOX program.

Skills

IT Auditing

SOX Compliance

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

CISA Certification

CRISC Certification

CPA Certification

Tools

GRC Tools

SOX Compliance Software

Job description

IT Risk and Controls Testing Analyst (SOx), Dudley

Client:

Location: Dudley, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 596960a10fb9

Job Views: 12

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

The Risk and Controls Testing Analyst will assist in planning and reporting on compliance requirements across IT and business units, ensuring timely certification of compliance. The core focus is testing IT General Controls (ITGC), preparing key reports for SOx compliance and audits. The role requires meeting testing timelines and ensuring documentation is complete and accurate for external audits.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist with executing the IT SOX project plan, including planning, execution, delivery, and reporting.
2. Create and maintain documentation relevant to the IT SOX program, such as walkthroughs, testing, and controls evaluation.
3. Review internal controls documentation, understand key ITGC controls, and coordinate controls testing.
4. Articulate detailed work papers to support audit work.
5. Coordinate testing of key IT controls, track completion, monitor status, and follow up with process/system owners.
6. Develop relationships with IT management and external auditors to understand risks and processes.
7. Understand SSAE 18 (SOC1 & SOC2) reports.
8. Identify, report, remediate, and re-test internal control deficiencies.
9. Maintain internal logs and trackers for tracking and reporting.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Identify, assess, and manage risks and issues.
• Escalate to stakeholders as needed.

External Auditor Collaboration:

• Work with external auditors on testing timelines and requirements.
• Facilitate testing processes and address queries with timely evidence documentation.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an IT Auditor in a Big Four firm or equivalent in a public company SOX IT environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills.
• Experience with GRC tools or SOX compliance software is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CPA, or willingness to pursue them.
• 5-7 years of hands-on experience with IT SOX, including scoping, flowcharts, risk-control matrices, testing, and remediation.

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free parking

At Rentokil Initial, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive environment. If you have specific needs during the recruitment process, please contact us at ([emailprotected]).

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