Senior Consultant, IT SOX IA

Armanino Advisory LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

11 paid holidays

Wellness program

401K with Profit Sharing

Job summary

Armanino seeks a seasoned IT Audit professional to lead SOX and Internal Audit engagements. You will supervise, plan, and perform ITGC procedures, mentor staff, and build strong client relationships with management and control owners.

You’ll apply knowledge of AICPA standards, craft quality workpapers, and assess controls across client environments while managing multiple engagements and deadlines in a dynamic consulting setting. Bachelor’s degree required; MIS/IT and certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, MIS, Information Technology, or related field.
• Experience in public accounting, internal audit, or professional services with hands-on SOX and ITGC experience.
• Ability to identify internal control deficiencies and document findings for clients.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or guiding staff-level professionals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, plan, and perform ITGC procedures for SOX and Internal Audit engagements.
• Provide support around ITGC assessments for financial statement audit clients.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with management and control owners.
• Lead, mentor, and develop staff with ongoing coaching and oversight.
• Prepare and review workpapers and documentation; ensure quality and timeliness.

Skills

ITGCs

SOX

Internal Audit

Staff Mentorship

Professional Skepticism

Workpaper Review

Project Management

AICPA Standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, MIS, IT, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP environments

Adobe Acrobat Engagement

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about. Armanino is proud to beAmong the top 20 Largest Accounting and Consulting Firms in the Nationand one of theBest Places to Work. We have a community of resources that are ready and willing to support your ideas, build your skills and expand your professional network. We want you to integrate all aspects of your life with your career. At Armanino, we know you don’t check-out of life when you check-in at work. That’s why we’ve created a unique work environment where your passions, work, and family & friends can overlap. We want to help you achieve growth by giving you access to a network of smart and supportive people, willing to listen to your ideas.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise, plan, and perform procedures around ITGCs for SOX and Internal Audit engagements and various consulting client engagements.
• May also provide support around ITGC assessments for financial statement audit clients.
• Serve as a regular contact for SOX and internal audit clients, building and maintaining strong working relationships with client management and control owners.
• Lead, mentor, and develop staff members, providing ongoing coaching guidance and oversight under the supervision of a Manager and/or Director/Partner.
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic and moderately complex workpaper preparation.
• Analyze control activities and supporting documentation and draw logical conclusions.
• Exercise professional skepticism in the critical assessment of audit evidence.
• Identify, assess, and document controls and weaknesses in client accounting systems.
• Thoroughly evaluate assigned areas of controls testing and identify potential points for improvement.
• Develop an understanding of client businesses related to assigned assurance areas.
• Know and apply specialized knowledge, rules, regulations, and code of ethics of the AICPA.
• Perform timely review of staff workpapers and provide constructive feedback.
• Perform some management duties, including: first level quality review of workpapers, directly report to Manager and/or Director/Partner and attend board/client presentations/meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in public accounting, internal audit, or professional services, with hands-on SOX and IT General Controls (ITGC) experience
• Experience performing controls identification/readiness, design, and operating effectiveness testing, walkthroughs, and documentation
• Ability to identify internal control deficiencies and document management letter comments to communicate control deficiencies and weaknesses to clients
• Ability to prepare and maintain audit workpapers and supporting documentation
• General understanding of IT systems, applications, and business process controls
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or providing guidance to staff level- professionals
• Strong organizational and project management skills, including experience overseeing multiple concurrent engagements, tracking budgets, and meeting delivery deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Engagement

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, or a related field
• Professional certification such as CISA, CIA, CPA, or other relevant audit / IT risk certification (active or in progress)
• Experience working in SAP environments, including exposure to SAP-related ITGCs or application controls

Armanino

Armanino is the brand name under which Armanino LLP and Armanino Advisory LLC, independently owned entities, provide professional services in an alternative practice structure in accordance with law, regulations, and professional standards. Armanino LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services, and Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax, advisory, and business consulting services. Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Armanino provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Armanino complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Armanino expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Armanino employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Referrals and Unsolicited Candidates

Armanino does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals, or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity, or third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes, or candidates submitted to Armanino or any employee or owner of Armanino without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Armanino and not subject to any fees or charges. For existing agreements, a role must be approved and open to external search; otherwise, unsolicited and unapproved submittals and referrals will be considered Armanino property and free of fees. In addition, Talent Acquisition is the sole point of contact, and contacting others in our organization without Talent Acquisition’s knowledge will result in termination of contract.

Benefits

• Medical
• dental
• vision
• Generous PTO plan and paid sick time
• Flexible work arrangements
• 401K with Profit Sharing
• Wellness program
• Generous parental leave
• 11 paid holidays

Fair Chance and Criminal History

For positions based in San Francisco, consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration. For Individuals who would be working within the City of Los Angeles, Armanino will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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Company Overview

We have a community of resources that are ready and willing to support your ideas, build your skills and expand your professional network. Armanino is one of the top 25 largest independent accounting and business consulting firms in the United States. We are a nationwide leader serving privately held companies and private individuals, as well as nonprofit organizations and public entities.