AVP, IT SOX Manager

at Synchrony in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Description:

Role Summary/Purpose:

The AVP, IT SOX Manager is a key member of a high-performing team responsible for providing assurance and insights over the IT control environment related to the financial reporting processes. As a member of the Internal Audit Department and the Internal SOX testing Team the position will be responsible for the planning, execution, and reporting of IT control testing, as well as coordination with Internal Audit, External Audit, and the SOX Program Management Office.

We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home, near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.

Essential Responsibilities:

+ Provide assurance by developing and executing IT General Control and IT application control testing

+ Provide effective challenge to the business regarding the assessment of risks and controls within the IT function

+ Assist and support the Senior Manager in building the IT SOX testing program

+ Coordinate with external auditors to align testing efforts and develop testing workpaper that meet audit standards

+ Communicate test results to stakeholders, process owners, and external auditors

+ Create high quality deliverables that adhere to departmental and professional standards while ensuring walkthroughs and testing are completed timely and within budget

+ Document any exceptions/findings that are noted as part of design and testing phases

+ Provide interpretation, guidance, and insights to process owners regarding key risks and controls within the IT function

+ Perform issue validation and close audit findings

+ Assist with conducting annual risk assessments to determine significant IT systems, platforms and applications in scope for SOX testing

+ Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business Administration or an equivalent area of focus with minimum 4+ years of overall experience, or in lieu of a degree minimum 6+ years of overall experience

+ Minimum 4+ years of experience working in IT SOX audit or in industry with SOX 404 regulatory requirements specific to the IT audit environment

+ Strong understanding of Sarbanes Oxley Act Section 404 and control framework (COSO, COBIT) and auditing standards

+ Strong technical IT auditing skills and ability to understand a complex environment with a large quantity of in-scope applications and various technology platforms

+ Testing and other Assurance function specific to IT audit/control testing

Desired Characteristics:

+ 5+ years in Financial Services industry, with IT Audit focus

+ Familiar with Data Science or analytics tools and techniques, such as ACL, SAS, Pythons, etc

+ Comprehensive understanding of a wide variety of technologies and systems, such as Windows, Linux, Oracle, SQL Server

+ Strong Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook skills are required

+ Relevant industry certifications – CISA, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, CGEIT

+ Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with various levels of stakeholders

+ Proven effective time and project management skills by demonstrating the ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects and deadlines to ensure all assigned projects are being completed on time with high quality

+ Ability to assess a situation/process and identify potential issues or risks and communicate observations to management

+ Independent thinker and can critically think and present a solution to the management team

+ Strong organization skills and interpersonal and team skills

+ Strong ability to prioritize projects. Tracking progress of action plans, review, testing status and report to management

Grade/Level: 10

The salary range for this position is 75,000.00 – 130,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.

Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.

Eligibility Requirements:

+ You must be 18 years or older

+ You must have a high school diploma or equivalent

+ You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process

+ You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

+ New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our Commitment:

When you join us, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard-but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks+ (https://www.synchronycareers.com/our-culture/#diversity) , with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you’ll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.

This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice:

+ Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

+ If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time

Job Family Group:

Internal Audit