IT SOX Consultant

Withum; Red Bank (NJ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Benefits package

Job summary

Withum is seeking an IT SOX Auditor/Consultant to support our SOX practice with IT General Controls consulting, controls walkthroughs, and tests of operating effectiveness for a diverse client base in technology, manufacturing, and financial services. This role is hybrid with in-office expectations three days per week and can be based in multiple U.S.

office locations, including New Jersey. The compensation range for this position is $70,000–$90,000, plus a benefits package and bonus program

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Systems Administration or related field.
• Possession of, or desire to, obtain CISA or other equivalent certifications.
• 1 to 2 years of experience on ITGC audit/consulting with a public accounting firm.
• Effective client service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of IT general controls, operating systems, databases.
• Desire and ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Process walkthroughs, testing, and documentation of IT General Controls including Access, Change Management, Computer Operations, etc.
• Obtaining, analyzing and appraising evidentiary data
• Drawing informed objective opinions as to the adequacy and effectiveness of IT controls
• Preparing work papers summarizing evidentiary data obtained and conclusions reached
• Identify and evaluate complex business and technology risks, internal controls which mitigate risks, and related opportunities for internal control improvement
• Facilitate use of technology-based tools and methodologies to assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls and implement services
• Adapt to the ever-changing compliance landscape and keep abreast with the latest IT threats, mitigation Techniques, etc.

Skills

ITGC knowledge

Controls walkthrough

Testing

Documentation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Systems Administration or related field

Job description

Job Description

Growth in our Risk Advisory practice has created an opportunity for an IT SOX Auditor/Consultant to work with our SOX practice. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing IT General controls consulting, controls walkthrough, and test of operating effectiveness of controls to support ongoing SOX consulting and audit engagements for a diverse client base consisting of technology, manufacturing, and financial services companies.

The IT SOX Consultant can be based out of any of the following U.S. office locations (New York, NY; Princeton, NJ; Whippany, NJ; East Brunswick, NJ; Red Bank, NJ; Buffalo, NY). This will be a hybrid in office (3 days in office expectation per week) position.

How You’ll Spend Your Time

• Process walkthroughs, testing, and documentation of various IT General Controls including Access, Change Management, Computer Operations, etc.
• Obtaining, analyzing and appraising evidentiary data
• Drawing informed objective opinions as to the adequacy and effectiveness of IT controls
• Preparing work papers summarizing evidentiary data obtained and conclusions reached
• Identify and evaluate complex business and technology risks, internal controls which mitigate risks, and related opportunities for internal control improvement
• Facilitate use of technology-based tools and methodologies to assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls and implement services
• Adapt to the ever-changing compliance landscape and keep abreast with the latest IT threats, mitigation Techniques, etc.

The Kind of People We Want to Talk to Have Many of The Following

• BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Systems Administration or related field
• Possession of, or desire to, obtain CISA or other equivalent certifications
• 1 to 2 years of experience on ITGC audit/consulting with a public accounting firm
• Effective client service and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Knowledge of IT general controls, operating systems, databases
• Desire and ability to work in a team environment

The compensation range for this position is $70,000-$90,000 and varies by location. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.