IT SOX Auditor

Our client, a local distribution company that currently provides natural gas service to approximately two million people in Oregon and Southwest Washington, is looking for a skilled and motivated IT SOX Auditor for their Portland, Oregon location. Candidates must currently reside in one of the following states to be considered for this role: AZ, FL, ID, MI, NV, TX, WA, or OR., * Plan, conduct and report results of IT (general control) SOX testing

• Execute IT SOX & Key Reports test procedures in accordance with established departmental procedures (sampling, coverage, etc.) and in alignment with external audit (EA) expectations to ensure ability of EA to leverage
• Update existing IT SOX test steps where relevant to ensure that the test performed adequately and efficiently addresses the SOX relevant attributes and substance of the control
• Lead and conduct walkthroughs of IT SOX controls if deemed needed and/or applicable
• Evaluate effectiveness and design of IT SOX controls relative to their corresponding control objective
• Document IT SOX testing work and conclusions in a manner which facilitates an efficient review, ensures audit testing can be fully leveraged by external auditors, and satisfactorily addresses/closes all reviewer comments
• Ensure both Internal Audit (IA) and the Business Controls Officer (BCO) management are kept apprised of overall and detailed testing status
• Validate potential IT SOX exceptions with control owners, IT&S Compliance, IA management and BCO management

• Proven ability and extensive previous experience testing IT general controls
• Ability to work independently and self-manage with limited oversight
• Advanced knowledge of SOX, internal audit, and IT audit standards (CISA certification preferred)
• Ability to work very effectively in a highly collaborative team environment
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with all levels of employees
• Demonstrated skill multi-tasking, organizing, and managing time effectively to meet deadlines and balance priorities
• Proven ability to document one’’s work in accordance with quality assurance standards and practices

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