IT Controls Specialist

Our client is seeking an IT Controls Specialist for a time-sensitive project supporting the implementation of a Japan Sarbanes-Oxley (JSOX) compliance program. This role will work across IT, Internal Audit, Finance, and business teams to assess and document controls, support remediation efforts, and keep critical compliance activities moving forward. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, independent professional who can quickly understand complex control environments, identify what needs to be done, and confidently drive deliverables to completion with limited oversight.

This role is fully remote.

IT Controls Specialist Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and execution of JSOX compliance activities, with a primary focus on IT controls and related business process controls.
• Evaluate and document IT General Controls (ITGCs), including user access, change management, IT operations, and information security controls.
• Develop and maintain process narratives, flowcharts, risk and control matrices, and other documentation required to support the control environment.
• Assess Information Provided by the Entity (IPE), including data sources, report logic, completeness, accuracy, and supporting evidence.
• Identify control gaps and work directly with control owners and management to develop and track appropriate remediation activities.
• Independently manage multiple workstreams, deadlines, information requests, and deliverables throughout the project.
• Develop project plans, monitor milestones and open action items, and provide clear status updates regarding progress, risks, and potential delays.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to gather information, resolve questions, and keep compliance activities on schedule.
• Apply sound judgment and analytical thinking to identify issues, determine appropriate next steps, and move work forward without requiring significant day-to-day direction.

• Six or more years of experience in IT controls, IT internal audit, internal/external audit, SOX compliance, or a closely related discipline.
• Direct experience with SOX or JSOX compliance requirements, with hands-on experience evaluating and documenting IT controls.
• Strong understanding of IT General Controls, including access management, change management, computer operations, and security controls.
• Demonstrated ability to independently assess control environments, identify gaps, develop solutions, and drive work through completion.
• Experience developing and maintaining process narratives, risk and control matrices, flowcharts, and other audit or compliance documentation.
• Experience evaluating Information Provided by the Entity (IPE) and determining whether supporting reports and data are complete, accurate, and appropriate for control purposes.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, track deadlines, coordinate stakeholders, and maintain momentum across multiple workstreams.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Public accounting or Big Four audit experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with JSOX implementation is highly preferred; familiarity with related frameworks such as SOX, ICFR, COSO, or COBIT is beneficial.
• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Professional certification such as CISA, CIA, CPA, or CISSP is a plus.