Staff IT Auditor

Par Pacific Holdings; Juneau (AK); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

ParPacific Holdings is seeking a Staff IT Auditor to strengthen IT controls within a growth-oriented energy company. You will join a small team to gain exposure to IT risk, SOX controls, and audit processes while enjoying a hybrid work setup with 2-3 days in the office.

Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit, you will collaborate with multiple business functions, participate in risk assessments, and develop IT audit programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum three years of work experience; IT audit experience preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CPA, CISSP, or CRISC preferred.
• Understanding of IT control frameworks such as NIST, COBIT, or ISO, and COSO/SOX 404, GAAP.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively.
• Proficiency with data analytics tools and Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Assist IT SOX program: risk assessment, walkthroughs, tests, reporting, remediation testing, and coordination with external auditors.
• Identify and assess risks to business functions to strengthen internal controls and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare risk-based IT audit programs and perform procedures with supporting workpapers.
• Conduct interviews and review documents to understand assigned audit areas.
• Analyze root causes, propose practical recommendations, and document findings.
• Draft audit reports clearly communicating findings and recommendations.
• Respond to inquiries from management, stakeholders, and external auditors.
• Travel up to 20% to domestic field locations.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional IT security/risk certification (CISA, CIA, CPA, CISSP, CRISC)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analytics tools

Job description

Staff IT Auditor – Growth-Oriented Energy Company. Build upon our efforts to drive the effectiveness of IT and Business Process controls. Work within a small group providing experience across various topics regularly. Gain knowledge and exposure to all IT functions and career paths. Hybrid opportunity with 2-3 days per week in the office.

Reporting Line

Reporting to the Director of Internal Audit.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with administering the company’s IT SOX program, including annual risk assessment, walkthroughs, test of design and operating effectiveness of IT controls, milestone reporting, deficiency evaluation and remediation testing, and coordination with external auditors.
• Identify and assess risks to business functions and processes to support an effective internal control environment and adherence to company policies, procedures, or other regulatory requirements.
• Prepare risk‑based IT audit programs, execute audit procedures with well‑supported work papers, and compose summary memos.
• Conduct interviews, review supporting documents, and administer other data‑gathering techniques to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of assigned audit areas.
• Analyze the root cause of audit issues, develop practical recommendations, and document and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Prepare draft audit reports that effectively communicate the nature, findings, and recommendations of the audit.
• Respond to inquiries from management, key internal stakeholders, and external auditors, as applicable.
• Conduct audit procedures within budget and project guidelines.
• Participate in subject‑matter specialist teams and perform consulting activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• Minimum three years of work experience.
• Minimum one year of related work experience in IT audit (internal or external), IT risk/compliance, or IT security.
• Professional certification(s) or related licensure preferred (CISA, CIA, CPA, CISSP, CRISC, or other IT security/risk certification).
• Understanding of IT related control frameworks, such as NIST, COBIT, or ISO, and general knowledge of COSO’s Internal Control framework, SOX Section 404, and GAAP.
• Ability to collaborate with professionals from various business functions to plan audit scope, identify and analyze technology risks, develop work program timelines, conduct interviews, observe operation of technology processes and controls, document procedures, perform audit tests, develop recommendations, review identified issues with appropriate management, and prepare audit report findings.
• Proficiency with data analytics tools and techniques to efficiently execute audits.
• Self‑motivated to work independently and complete responsibilities with little supervision while fostering a team‑oriented culture.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments, meet critical deadlines, and work under pressure.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time to domestic field locations.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Core Competencies & Characteristics

• Natural curiosity and ability to probe into processes to identify control and audit matters.
• Excellent communication skills, including listening and the ability to communicate with all levels of clients, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to consider or develop alternative solutions.
• Recognition of potential project obstacles that could impair audit deadlines.
• Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with prescription coverage).
• Robust allotment of paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match and retirement savings plans.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Voluntary critical illness, accident, life/AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program at discounted prices.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ParPacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.