POSITION TITLE : IT Audit Manager Internal Audit
REPORTS TO : VP Global Audit
POSITION SUMMARY :
The IT Audit Manager Internal Audit will lead the planning and execution of the company’s comprehensive ITGC-SOX program, including managing the SR IT Internal Auditor and external co-source resources.
Additionally, this role will assist in managing the Internal Audit (IA) department’s completion of domestic and international internal audits, consulting / advisory projects, cost recovery efforts, continuous risk assessment process, and FCPA compliance efforts and education throughout the company.
This includes the identification of company risks, control improvement opportunities, process inefficiencies, etc. and driving the formulation of viable real world solutions for issues identified.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Own the planning and execution of the company’s comprehensive ITGC-SOX program, including supervising / managing the following activities : evaluation of business process design, testing of related internal controls, providing detailed recommendations on how to improve the businesses, reporting results to management at all levels of the Finance department, and driving improvement throughout the organization
- Manage and conduct various operational, compliance, financial, regulatory, cost recovery and IT audits in accordance with the departmental audit plan
- Assist with international / global-related audit efforts
- Develop and perform audit plans and programs, fieldwork and reports for assigned audit engagements. Provide leadership to comply with the departments audit standards and with the IIA standards
- Manage the scheduling and utilization of external resources and Subject Matter Specialists
- Manage the scheduling of projects and resources to achieve high productivity and appropriate coverage for each audit assignment
- Identify and communicate internal control opportunities, efficiency recommendations, profit improvement ideas, and value-added recommendations
- Manage the follow-up activities for issues identified during each audit engagement
- Assist in formulating the annual audit plan and reports for the Audit Committee, as well as periodically present results to the Committee
- Create and maintain good communication lines and partnerships with other areas of the Company
- Represent IA’s views / assessments while working with other departments, and manage the external resources to do the same
- Identify cost recovery opportunities and lead the effort in recouping lost funds, where applicable
- Additional projects and responsibilities as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business management or a related field required
- At least 1 of the following certifications preferred : CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE
- 6+ years of auditing or complimentary business experience required including supervision
- General knowledge of IT concepts and control frameworks
- Experience performing and overseeing SOX 404 testing and review
- Strong understanding of accounting and operational controls, company operations, and the IIA standards
- General knowledge of retail and digital commerce
- 15-25% travel is required, including international travel (travel may increase as company global expansion increases)
- High degree of proficiency with standard Microsoft Office products. An understanding of ACL and Tableau audit tools is a plus
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion) & planning skills
- Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team
- Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
- Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
PAY / BENEFITS INFORMATION :
- Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
- Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental);
- wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off;
paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service.
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- AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.