Senior IT Internal Auditor

Cocoon; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

TriNet seeks a Senior IT Internal Auditor to support the SOX 404 program, document and test IT controls, and coordinate with finance and IT teams. The role covers IT operational processes and internal audit projects across business units.

You will lead testing, assemble working papers, and participate in risk assessments and external audits, reporting to the Internal Audit Leader. The position is 100% in office and requires 5+ years of IT audit experience, with CPA/CIA/CISA or equivalent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS, CS or related field.
• Typically 5+ years of audit experience, including SOX ITGCs and IT audits; 2+ years in public accounting.
• CIA, CISA, CRISC, CISSP, CFE or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Document and test ITGCs as part of the SOX 404 process.
• Hand-on IT operational audits independently.
• Coordinate with departments to meet objectives and timelines.
• Assist in tracking internal/external testing and remediation actions.
• Maintain comprehensive working papers and support audit observations.

Skills

ITGCs

IT audits

COSO

COBIT

NIST/ISO

Database knowledge

SQL/Access

Office tools

SOX

Independent auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/MIS/CS

Tools

Access

SQL

Microsoft Office

Job description

TriNet is a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small to midsize businesses (SMBs). We enhance business productivity by enabling our clients to outsource their HR function to one strategic partner and allowing them to focus on operating and growing their core businesses. Our full-service HR solutions include features such as payroll processing, human capital consulting, employment law compliance and employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and workers’ compensation insurance.

TriNet has a nationwide presence and an experienced executive team. Our stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker symbol TNET. If you’re passionate about innovation and making an impact on the large SMB market, come join us as we power our clients’ business success with extraordinary HR.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that many potential applicants discourage themselves from applying to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. TriNet always strives to hire the most qualified candidate for a particular role, ensuring we deliver outstanding results for our small and medium-size customers. So if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every single qualification in the job description, nobody’s perfect – and we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

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.
• Hand 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

Qualifications

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

Work 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 and 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.

Please Note: TriNet reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Position functions and qualifications may vary depending on business necessity.

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.