IT Internal Controls Analyst

Position: IT Internal Controls Analyst

Job Location: (Atlanta area)

Duration: 4 months with possibility of extension.

Job Description: 

The IT Internal Controls Analyst 1 is responsible for evaluating the design and effectiveness of the IT controls to support financial reporting, operating procedures, and assist in the remediation of IT control/procedural issues. Responsibilities also include coordinating control design and implementation in conjunction with the Financial Internal Controls Supervisors and other finance functional managers. Coordinating and executing the IT controls testing is a key function of this position. This includes developing and updating process narratives, creating flowcharts, and detailed test of controls as well as designing remediation plans. This position will assist in the development, execution, and reporting of the internal controls testing. Works closely with the IT Internal Controls Senior, Financial, IT and business process owners in the design and testing of our IT controls framework in support of our internal controls initiative.

Proactively supports IT Internal Controls Management establishing and maintaining the IT Internal Control framework across businesses and functions; partnering with business and IT team to review and improve control processes and perform targeted testing activities to drive compliance and streamline the monitoring and assessment of controls compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

* Maintain knowledge of developments in the IT, internal control and compliance fields that may have an impact on the company, the risk assessment or the company’s audit methodology and procedures

* Proactively identify existing and emerging risks that may be of importance to the Company’s management

* Integral team member providing guidance on IT internal controls compliance throughout US Field and US Manufacturing as well as international entities as needed. Develop and present scoping, testing and remediation training for contractors, interns and new staff

* Lead the IT internal control testing activities within various departments of the Company.

* Assist the IT Internal Controls Manager with maintaining a comprehensive internal control program for the company

* Train testers to ensure a standardized approach to the IT internal control process is maintained 

* Work with departmental management to develop and update IT internal control documentation (process maps, risk control matrices, process narratives, etc.) periodically to include any new key internal controls or processes identified and ensure appropriate key control structure is maintained

* Perform detailed walkthrough of processes by performing job shadowing to validate processes as documented in procedures

* Understand IT processes, roles, and responsibilities of the interrelated functions at all levels across the business unit

* Assist in creating test plans to verify process effectiveness, accuracy, and completeness for specific IT control tests

* Perform proper planning to execute the required test steps by established deadlines with minimal supervision. Be able to prioritize assignments, apply sample size guidelines appropriately and provide constant and clear feedback to management and the process owners

* Identify IT internal control weaknesses and recommend remediation to strengthen the control environment

* Identify, document, and communicate process improvements according to findings.

* Participate in planning, results, and remediation meetings

* Report testing exceptions to the Internal Controls Management and follow up on remediation efforts in a timely manner

* Engage with IT process owners and managers in remediation of control deficiencies

* Communicate effectively in a clear and professional manner to all levels of the organization, both verbally and in writing using appropriate terminology and communication methods
Effectively present findings in both face-to-face and small group settings with peers and management

* Keep up to date with the various systems and applications in use, including but not limited to Oracle, Hyperion, SAP-GRC, etc.

* Review IT control descriptions, process narratives and testing strategies for reasonableness and accuracy. Make recommendations and implement updates to documentation

* Assist in designing, implementing, and communicating key reports and test results for management on IT compliance obligations and progress against IT compliance plans

* Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Experience and Skills:

* Bachelor’s Degree required, with a concentration in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Accounting/Audit/Finance and 1-2 years of IT audit experience or equivalent in IT internal controls testing OR Associates Degree and 3-5 years of IT audit experience or equivalent in IT internal controls testing

* Detailed understanding of general business processes

* 3 years of experience with SOX 404 documentation and testing compliance preferred but not required

* Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills

* Thorough, diligent and detail-oriented documentation skills.

* Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office suite, query tools and databases. Advanced Access/Excel and Data Analytical Tools is desirable. Experience with Oracle and/or SAP is a plus

* Strong oral and written communication skills

* Self-starter with excellent organization and time management skills

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as well as multi-task

* Knowledge of governance, risk and compliance framework (COSO, COBIT, ITGC etc.)

* Strong organizational and planning skills

* Capability to travel 10% to 20%

* CISA, CISSP, CISM or equivalent certification is preferred

* Strong interpersonal and influencing skills and an ability to work in a team environment

* Good communication skills (written and verbal) with all levels of the organization

* Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines