Global IT Senior Auditor: Lead Controls & Risk

Global Payment Holding Company; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Global opportunities

Learning & development

Wellbeing program

Community initiatives

Job summary

Global Payments is seeking an experienced auditor to lead end-to-end engagements across financial, operational and technology controls. You will shape testing strategies, identify risks and deliver actionable improvements that strengthen governance and performance.

The role requires 3–5 years in audit or risk management, strong SOX/SOC knowledge, and demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders while delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in audit, risk management or a related field, with a strong understanding of auditing principles and practices.
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks such as Sarbanes-Oxley, Service Organization Control reports and information security standards.
• Experience evaluating information technology controls, including access management, change management and system operations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks, assess impact and deliver practical recommendations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, take ownership of outcomes and deliver work with quality and urgency.
• Effective communication skills that enable you to influence stakeholders and present clear, actionable insights.
• A collaborative, growth-oriented mindset with the drive to learn, improve and make an impact.
• Significant experience and expertise with common internal control frameworks and guidance, including Sarbanes-Oxley, SSAE 18 (SOC 1 and SOC 2, both type 1 and type 2 reports), and 2017 AICPA Trust Services Criteria for a SOC 2.
• CIA, CISA, CISM, CISSP, CCAK, CPA, or other relevant certification(s).

Responsibilities

• Lead end to end audit engagements, driving planning, risk assessment, testing and reporting that improve control effectiveness and business performance
• Evaluate financial, operational and information technology controls, ensuring risks are identified, understood and effectively managed across the organization
• Shape audit strategies and testing approaches that deliver clear insights and maximize value from every engagement
• Identify root causes of control gaps and drive actionable recommendations that strengthen governance and reduce risk exposure
• Influence stakeholders by communicating clear, practical findings that lead to measurable improvements and stronger decision making
• Build trusted relationships across teams, strengthening the Audit Services Group's impact and visibility within the business
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance audit processes, tools and methodologies
• Contribute to project success by managing timelines, tracking milestones and delivering high-quality work that meets professional standards

Skills

Audit

SOX

SOC 1/2

Internal controls

Communication

Certifications

Job description

Global Payments is seeking an experienced auditor to lead end-to-end engagements across financial, operational and technology controls. You will shape testing strategies, identify risks and deliver actionable improvements that strengthen governance and performance.

The role requires 3–5 years in audit or risk management, strong SOX/SOC knowledge, and demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders while delivering high-quality results.