IT Audit Manager

TKO•Stamford, CT

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Key member of the IA team, focused on overseeing the IT Audit/SOX workstream including coordination with key stakeholders, managing the IT audit team, and collaboration with the Director of Internal Audit to complete the audit plan Responsible for reviewing control testing and documentation and deficiency identification. Additionally, you will be responsible for helping capture management remediation planning and following up until remediation has been achieved. You will be responsible for working with a broad spectrum of stakeholders and multiple business units across TKO. In particular, this role will be responsible for working with other IT Internal Audit leaders to build a strong working relationship with the CIO, SVP IT Compliance and VP of IT Compliance and the broader IT team, driving efficiency in audit requirements (where possible), being a trusted business partner whilst ensuring IT is meeting pub Co compliance requirements. Candidates must have a level of auditor skepticism to appropriately challenge the business on process and control performance based on evidence provided. They must be highly credible, have the necessary gravitas to operate largely independently of his/her line manager, taking initiative, and driving focus on high-risk areas Perform end-to-end IT, operational and compliance audits of business functions and processes (with a current emphasis on IT-related financial audits) to ensure the integrity of controls in accordance with applicable standards, as well as reviewing the efficiency of operations. You will perform financial, operational and compliance audits of IT functions and processes (with a current emphasis on financial audits) to ensure the integrity of controls in accordance with applicable standards, as well as reviewing the efficiency of operations. You may help prepare draft results, including key findings and recommendations for improvement. You may be asked to work on multiple projects/tasks concurrently, and report back to the respective Director or SVP, IA at agreed-upon cadences.

Requirements

6+ years of IT SOX 404 compliance experience, specifically information risks and testing and documenting ITGC’s
Track record of delivering complex audits in tight deadlines
IT audit planning experience including supporting coordination with key stakeholders and developing an appropriate resource plan
Strong project management experience to drive progress, escalate delays/challenges as needed, and deliver according to agreed upon deadlines
Understanding of operational, compliance and strategic risks and controls
Proactive, inquisitive mind-set, agile learner with team first attitude
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong team player with 2+ years of experience managing people
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Excellent planning & organizational skills to balance workload/deadlines
Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Management Information Systems, or equivalent experience
Ability to lead a team and provide coaching/mentoring
Ability to work proactively and independently but also collaborate and contribute as a team player
Problem solver and solution-oriented

Nice To Haves

General understanding of the Media and Entertainment businesses
JDE and OnBase experience
Familiarity with AuditBoard
Working towards certification (i.e., CPA, CIA, CISA, etc.)

Responsibilities

Project Management Prepare IT Audit plan including planning documents (memos, project plans, etc.) to support clear understanding of project requirements with both IT and IA leadership well as the business involved
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to drive clear understanding of project objectives
Able to effectively prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
Project Execution Lead the execution of IT SOX and/or lead/support IT IA projects including, but not limited to, the following:
Review documentation of processes and IT controls, confirming completeness and accuracy with key stakeholders and control owners
Incorporating auditor skepticism in evaluating processes and controls and raising concerns as appropriate to Director as necessary
Review design, implementation, and operating effectiveness of controls through the examination of evidence
Leading discussions with system control owners on process and/or control expectations, as well as to discuss exceptions (deviations from expectations) and develop proper remediation plans, as well as to enable effective review and finalization of IA leadership
IT Proficiency Understands how to use technology effectively including the use of tech-enabled software solutions, such as AuditBoard.
Proficient knowledge of MS Office suite applications utilized in day-to-day testing and analytical operations.