SOC IT Attest Manager — Controls & Audit Lead

Armanino Advisory LLC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 128,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Generous PTO plan

Flexible work arrangements

401K with Profit Sharing

Wellness program

Parental leave

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Armanino Advisory LLC seeks a seasoned professional to lead IT audit engagements, manage client deliverables, and support SOC testing cycles. You will supervise teams, plan engagements, review work papers, and ensure compliance with professional standards while developing industry expertise.

The role emphasizes understanding client platforms and security, preparing reports, and collaborating with partners to drive engagement success and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting, MIS, Information Technology, or related field.
• CPA, CISA, CISSP or other relevant professional certification required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a public accounting firm, including involvement in SOC or relevant IT controls testing.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience managing projects and supervising teams in a managerial capacity.
• Knowledge of Windows and/or UNIX-based operating systems, SQL and other databases, cloud environments, change management methodologies and security best practices.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Manage engagement and workflow of client deliverables for multiple clients and engagements to minimize risk and meet deadlines.
• Lead engagement planning in terms of timing, risk assessment and readiness assessments.
• Determine staffing and resource needs and relate work schedules.
• Review engagement work papers to ensure standards are met.
• Develop test plans for key controls and draft audit reports.
• Delegate assignments to supervisors considering skills and schedule.
• Build technical knowledge of IT standards and audit methods through training.
• Develop understanding of clients’ platforms, security, and software.
• Prepare memorandums to support solutions for complex issues.
• Keep Partner informed about updates, budget status, and issues.
• Develop area of industry expertise.
• Assist in developing fee quotes and budgets.
• Prepare client billings and collect outstanding accounts.
• Use assurance methodologies to enhance engagement efficiency and profitability.
• Be a trusted advisor to discuss client needs and potential solutions throughout the year.
• Identify opportunities to offer additional services to clients.
• Oversee preparation of presentations for audit exit meetings.
• Participate in firm development activities and training.

Skills

Staff management

Engagement planning

Audit methods

Information security

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting/MIS/IT/related

CPA

CISA

CISSP

Tools

SQL

Windows/UNIX

Cloud environments

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Armanino Advisory LLC seeks a seasoned professional to lead IT audit engagements, manage client deliverables, and support SOC testing cycles. You will supervise teams, plan engagements, review work papers, and ensure compliance with professional standards while developing industry expertise.

The role emphasizes understanding client platforms and security, preparing reports, and collaborating with partners to drive engagement success and client satisfaction.