The individual partners cross-functionally with divisions across the company to proactively facilitate the identification, prioritization, and mitigation of risks impacting the IT SOX landscape. These functions are performed independently and at a high level of achievement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the IT SOX PMO to execute various aspects of the program including planning, scoping, and execution.
• Assist with SOX risk assessments, system scoping, and designing IT processes and controls to mitigate financial reporting risks.
• Collaborate closely with the Global Controllers Office, process owners, Internal Audit, external auditors, Level 2 monitoring, and other key stakeholders to understand IT processes, risks, and controls relating to Identity and Access Management, Privileged Access Management, SDLC, and IT Operations.
• Advise on SOX control readiness for new initiatives, system deployments, automation projects, and other IT-related changes.
• Assist with SOX documentation and related activities, such as reviewing and updating process flowcharts, pre-reviewing control evidence, and providing guidance/advisory to control owners on whether the evidence is complete and fit for purpose.
• Monitor IT SOX testing with the identification and documentation of IT SOX Controls in coordination with the SOX PMO Global Controllers office.
• Evaluate control deficiencies, assess root causes and impacts, and recommend remediation activities, ensuring that remediation items are addressed according to the established plan.
• Execute and monitor key IT SOX campaigns, including the Quarterly SOX Survey, User Access Reviews, and Database Activity Monitoring.
• Prepare and present content and materials to SOX oversight committees.
• Lead the creation of an on-demand IT SOX education tool, incorporating company-specific customizations and updates based on organizational risks, and track mandatory annual training for IT SOX control owners.
• Formalize and own the SOP for the IT SOX Program in line with our company's policies and standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve the IT SOX Program through optimization and automation.

Desired Education Level:

• Bachelor's degree required

Required Experience and Skills:

• Above 8 years of relevant experience, including Process and Information Technology auditing, focused on internal control reviews around IT SOX, IT General Controls, IT application controls (ITACs), and business risks and controls.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and standards, such as US GAAP, COSO, and SOX.
• Effective project management and organizational skills, and ability to plan and manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work closely with people at all levels of the organization and facilitate the implementation of corrective actions.
• Experience with executive-level presentation preparation and delivery, including persuasive written and visual communications skills in various settings from management presentations to one-on-ones.
• Demonstrated success within a matrix organization where strong leadership, influence, and collaboration are essential to enlist support and commitment from peers.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of different leadership personalities, as well as to work in ambiguity, problem solve, and make rapid/disciplined decisions.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with effective, timely execution and delivery.
• Confidence to challenge the status quo and raise questions, risks, and issues.
• High standard of ethics discipline and professionalism.
• Proficient in managing virtual engagements and workshops with international stakeholders.
• Ability to attend in-person meetings, as this position will require periodic on-site attendance as needed.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Professional credentials including CPA, CISA, MIIA, CIA, or equivalent certifications.
• Experience operating in a highly regulated environment such as health care or finance.
• Broad understanding of end-to-end company operations and organizational structure including research and development, manufacturing, commercial operations, financial processes, & IT.

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Expected US salary range:
$135,500.00 - $213,400.00

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here.

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid

Shift:
1st - Day

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
n/a

Job Posting End Date:
10/10/2024
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Job Posting End Date:10/10/2024

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Requisition ID:R314779