IT Audit Manager

TKO; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and entertainment company located in Stamford, Connecticut, is seeking an experienced IT Audit Manager. This role involves managing IT SOX 404 audits, communicating with stakeholders, and leading audit projects. The ideal candidate has 6+ years of compliance experience and strong project management skills, along with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of IT SOX 404 compliance experience, including ITGC testing and documentation.
• Strong IT audit planning and stakeholder coordination experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage the IT Audit plan, including planning documents and timelines.
• Lead IT SOX 404 audits and IT Internal Audit projects end-to-end.
• Work across a broad spectrum of stakeholders and business units.

Job description

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Project Management

• Prepare and manage the IT Audit plan, including planning documents (audit memos, project plans, timelines, and resource plans)
• Coordinate effectively with IT leadership, IA leadership, and business stakeholders to ensure clarity of objectives and expectations
• Communicate clearly and confidently (written and verbal) to drive alignment and timely execution
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Project Execution

• Lead IT SOX 404 audits and IT Internal Audit projects end-to-end
• Review and validate documentation of IT processes and controls for completeness and accuracy
• Apply auditor skepticism when evaluating control design, implementation, and operating effectiveness
• Examine and assess audit evidence to identify control deficiencies and improvement opportunities
• Lead discussions with system and control owners regarding expectations, findings, and remediation plans
• Capture, track, and follow up on management remediation plans through completion
• Prepare draft audit results, including key findings and actionable recommendations
• Escalate risks, delays, or challenges to IA leadership as appropriate
• Report project status to the Director or SVP, Internal Audit at agreed-upon cadences

Stakeholder Engagement

• Work across a broad spectrum of stakeholders and business units
• Build strong working relationships with the CIO, SVP IT Compliance, VP of IT Compliance, and broader IT leadership
• Collaborate with other IT Internal Audit leaders to drive efficiency and consistency in audit requirements
• Balance partnership with appropriate challenge to ensure compliance and control integrity
• Utilize technology and audit-enabled platforms (e.g., AuditBoard) to drive efficient audit execution
• Apply advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for testing, analysis, and reporting

Knowledge & Experience

Mandatory

• 6+ years of IT SOX 404 compliance experience, including ITGC testing and documentation
• Strong IT audit planning and stakeholder coordination experience
• Demonstrated project management skills, including risk escalation and deadline management
• Solid understanding of operational, compliance, and strategic risks and controls
• 2+ years of people management experience
• Proactive, inquisitive, and agile learner with a team-first mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in Media & Entertainment industry
• Exposure to JDE and OnBase
• Familiarity with AuditBoard

Skills & Abilities

Mandatory

• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Strong planning, organization, and prioritization capabilities
• High attention to detail and strong audit documentation skills

Qualifications

Mandatory

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Management Information Systems, or equivalent experience
• Professional certification or working toward one (CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar)
• Ability to lead, coach, and mentor team members
• Comfortable operating independently with minimal supervision
• Collaborative, solution-oriented, and business-focused problem solver