SOX & IT Audit Director - Controls Transformation

PwC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 155,000 - 410,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in Houston seeks an IT Audit Controls/SOX Director to lead internal audit and control-focused client work. You will set strategic direction, guide multiple workstreams, and mentor leaders while promoting thoughtful use of technology within the Advisory practice.

You will shape internal audit services and help organizations strengthen their control environment. You will oversee control assessments, testing activities, and remediation actions, and build relationships with clients to grow

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher is required.
• 9+ years of experience in IT audit, controls or SOX environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead internal audit and SOX control engagements across technology and financial processes.
• Set engagement direction, priorities and delivery plans for control assessments and testing.
• Advise clients on IT controls, IT governance and financial reporting controls.
• Review risk identification and control design to close gaps in systems and processes.
• Guide teams through audit methodologies, documentation and remediation recommendations.
• Develop executive relationships and expand controls services across industries.
• Direct use of data analysis, digital tools and AI-enabled methods to improve testing efficiency.
• Coach teams on report writing and stakeholder communication of control issues.

Skills

IT controls

SOX compliance

Risk management

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree

CIA/CPA/CISA certifications

Job description

PwC in Houston seeks an IT Audit Controls/SOX Director to lead internal audit and control-focused client work. You will set strategic direction, guide multiple workstreams, and mentor leaders while promoting thoughtful use of technology within the Advisory practice.

You will shape internal audit services and help organizations strengthen their control environment. You will oversee control assessments, testing activities, and remediation actions, and build relationships with clients to grow