Resource 1 LLC hiring IT Internal Control Analyst in Chandler, AZ | LinkedIn (2024)

Our client is looking for an IT Internal Controls Analyst for a 6 month contract to hire opportunity. 2/3 days a week in Chandler, AZ.SummaryThe IT Internal Controls Analyst 1 is responsible for developing, modifying and implementing Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs), and for planning, executing and reporting phases of the SOX IT Compliance Program. To be successful, the IT Internal Controls Analyst 1 must foster a collaborative working relationship with internal and external auditors, as well as the IT management team throughout all phases of the SOX IT Compliance Program and other IT compliance initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Assist with quarterly, tri-annual, and annual internal audits and access reviews as required.
• Provide timely audit deliverables and ensure documentation is clear and consistent.
• Create and run reports as-needed to provide status reporting to internal and external auditors.
• Ensure completeness of the SOX IT Compliance documentation within the IT organization.
• Help prepare and respond to audit findings and deficiencies.
• Develop/recommend policy, process, and procedural changes to management to resolve to audit findings.
• Raise potential risk of control issues to the Director, Information Security and Compliance.
• Assist with coordination, communication, and training efforts for all SOX Compliance stakeholders.
• Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) guidance to technical and non-technical teams in support of IT compliance.
• Implement and advise on Information Technology General Controls compliance.
• ITGC: Access to Programs and Data, Program Change, Program Development, IT Operations.
• Work closely with IT management and the Internal Audit department to ensure ITGCs appropriately protect the company from fraud and unauthorized action, especially as it relates to the accuracy of financial records.
• Assist with on-going IT Compliance Program management activities.
• Prepare accurate, comprehensive, and timely status reporting.
• Represent Information Security and Compliance at the Change Advisory Board.
• Assist with special projects which may require balancing multiple tasks and utilizing innovative and analytical approaches and solutions.

Qualifications

• Education: Obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management/Computer Information Systems, or a related field (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics). Master’s preferred.
• Years of Experience: Minimum 3 years work experience
• CISA, CIA and/or CPA certification is preferred
• Sound comprehension of IT Risk and Compliance practices, concepts, and theories using industry frameworks (COBIT/ISO/NIST).
• One or more years of IT compliance, SOX IT General Controls, Application Controls testing, and/or IT audit experience including control design, testing, and reporting
• Knowledge and experience contributing to SOX audits and Compliance Frameworks (e.g., COBIT), as well as a understanding of the IT General Controls.
• Experience in contributing in SOX 404 audits and compliance with strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Experience communicating and collaborating with business stakeholders, technical staff, and senior leadership.
• Experience with ERP platforms, financial reporting systems, and business processes, as well as key financial controls (e.g., 3-way match, segregation of duties) and supporting tools (SAP GRC/Fastpath).
• Ability to manage complex situations or problems with limited guidance.
• Big 4 or comparable experience in a public organization preferred.
• NIST special publications experience a plus (NIST 171, DFARS, CMMC).
• Ability to comfortably interact with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities and work environments.
• Organized.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Travel Requirement: 0%-10%