Senior IT Internal Auditor

TriNet; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

TriNet is looking for a Senior IT Internal Auditor in Hyderabad. This role involves assisting in the SOX 404 process, conducting internal audits focused on IT operational processes, and developing audit programs. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of audit experience, preferably with SOX ITGCs.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and excellent communication skills. The role is fully onsite and promotes a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Typically 5+ years of relevant audit experience, including SOX ITGCs.
• 2+ years experience in public accounting required.
• Experience as an in-charge auditor required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in SOX 404 process by documenting and testing IT General Controls.
• Perform all phases of the audit process with little supervision.
• Develop and execute audit procedures to ensure controls are operating.

Skills

Internal auditing standards

IT Operational Audits

Communication skills

Database applications

COSO knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS, or Computer Science

Tools

Access

SQL

PeopleSoft

Salesforce

Oracle

Linux

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction of an Internal Audit Leader, the Senior, IT Internal Auditor will assist in the company's Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 process including documentation, testing and coordination with finance and IT. This role will also be responsible for performing individual internal audit projects, as part of the internal audit plan. Work performed will include coverage of functional and operating units with focus on IT operational processes. Assisting with internal audit management, periodic reporting to the audit committee, development of the annual internal audit plan, and championing internal control and corporate governance concepts throughout the business are additional functions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the Company’s (SOX) 404 process by documenting and testing Information Technology General Controls.
• Hands on experience with handling IT Operational Audits independently.
• Collaborate with department personnel to ensure SOX 404 objectives, deliverables and timelines are met.
• Assist in the coordination and tracking of internal/external testing of controls and track the status of gaps and remediation actions.
• Assist in the coordination process to obtain management assessments of internal controls, including the identification of weaknesses and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide an objective, independent, risk-based evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of the company’s technology, operational and financial controls.
• Perform all phases of the audit process including planning, fieldwork, closeout, report writing, wrap-up and follow-up with little supervision.
• Develop and execute test procedures / audit programs to ensure that controls are operating as intended.
• Participate in special projects such as risk assessments, providing assistance to external auditors (including performing testing, gathering requested documentation, etc.), system implementations and upgrades.
• Maintain comprehensive working papers to support and substantiate audit observations.

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS, Computer Science or other relevant degree desired, or equivalent education and/or related work experience required.

Experience

• Typically 5+ years of prior relevant audit experience, preferably including SOX ITGCs and IT audits (ITGC, cybersecurity, data privacy, system implementation and security risk management, DB, etc.) required.
• Typically 2+ years experience in public accounting required.
• Experience as an in-charge auditor required.

Licenses & Certifications

• CIA, CISA, CRISC, CISSP, CFE or equivalent Upon Hire preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Solid understanding of internal auditing standards, Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICFR), Committee of Sponsoring Organization (COSO), Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies (COBIT) and risk assessment practices.
• Proficiency with handling IT Operational Audits independently.
• Broad understanding across various areas of IT, including databases, operating systems, and applications.
• Strong proficiency and skills with database applications, including Access and SQL, Microsoft Office and other related technologies.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Salesforce, Oracle, Linux.
• Proven experience with SOC1 & 2 audits.
• Demonstrated experience with the following frameworks: COSO, COBIT, NIST, ISO.
• Ability to work independently with limited required direction and guidance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively present to peers and management.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build solid working relationships across cross‑functional teams.
• Experience in performing multiple projects and working with varying team members.
• Ability to convey a strong presence, work under pressure, and deal confidently with complex business problem.

Work Environment

• Work in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office work setting. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position is 100% in office.

TriNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact [e-mail] to request such an accommodation.