Senior IT Controls Testing Manager – SOX Lead

Farmers Group Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Opportunity

401(k)

Medical

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Farmers Group Inc. seeks an Internal Controls Testing Manager - IT to lead IT controls testing, drive MAR/SOX compliance, and manage a team of testers and auditors.

The role requires deep IT audit expertise, Big Four exposure, and a strong background in ERP systems and financial controls. A strategic partner to senior leadership, you will shape testing strategy and collaborate across business units. Hybrid work is available in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master’s preferred in computer science, IT, or related fields.
• Minimum 10 years IT auditing experience, with five years in people leadership.
• Experience leading SOX program and Big Four or large national firm preferred.
• Certification in Auditing or Information Security (CISA/CISSP/CISM) beneficial.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Guidewire, Coupa.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages IT controls testing by assigning testers and tracking progress.
• Reviews audit staff work product, memos, and workpapers.
• Oversees IT controls testing to ensure MAR/SOX compliance.
• Monitors testing activity and ensures documentation and timely conclusions.
• Leads IT testers and auditors; sets goals and coaches team.
• Coordinates with external auditors and regulators for workpaper reviews.
• Prepares presentations and audit committee materials.
• Advises on IT controls for new functionality to improve efficiency.

Skills

IT auditing

Team leadership

SOX/compliance

ERP knowledge

Cloud security

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Guidewire

Coupa

Job description

Farmers Group Inc. seeks an Internal Controls Testing Manager - IT to lead IT controls testing, drive MAR/SOX compliance, and manage a team of testers and auditors.

The role requires deep IT audit expertise, Big Four exposure, and a strong background in ERP systems and financial controls. A strategic partner to senior leadership, you will shape testing strategy and collaborate across business units. Hybrid work is available in the U.S.