IT Controls Specialist

We are seeking an experienced IT Controls Specialist to support the implementation and ongoing execution of a Japan Sarbanes-Oxley (JSOX) compliance program. This individual will work closely with IT, Finance, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to develop, enhance, and maintain internal control documentation, assess IT general controls, and support regulatory compliance initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT audit, internal controls, SOX compliance, risk management, and control documentation, along with excellent analytical, project management, and communication skills.

• Develop, review, and maintain process narratives, flowcharts, and Risk and Control Matrices (RCMs) in alignment with JSOX compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to identify key systems, applications, and data interfaces.
• Evaluate and validate IT General Controls (ITGCs), including user access management, change management, computer operations, and IT security controls.
• Develop and maintain a centralized inventory of Information Provided by Entity (IPE).
• Assess and validate the completeness, accuracy, and relevance of system-generated reports and supporting documentation.
• Document data sources, report parameters, system logic, and supporting evidence for key compliance controls.
• Identify control deficiencies, support remediation activities, and work with control owners to resolve outstanding issues.
• Coordinate compliance-related activities across IT, Finance, Internal Audit, and business process owners.
• Maintain project plans, track milestones, monitor outstanding action items, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Prepare project status reports, communicate progress, and proactively elevate risks, issues, and potential delays.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in IT Internal Controls, IT Audit, Internal Audit, or External Audit.
• Strong experience with SOX, ICFR, ITGC, and other regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Hands-on experience evaluating and documenting IT General Controls, including access controls, change management, computer operations, and IT security.
• Experience developing and maintaining Risk and Control Matrices (RCMs), process narratives, and process flowcharts.
• Experience assessing and validating Information Provided by Entity (IPE), including report completeness and accuracy.
• Understanding of COSO, COBIT, and internal control frameworks.
• Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Excellent technical writing, documentation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work within established deadlines.

• Direct experience supporting Japan Sarbanes-Oxley (JSOX) compliance programs.
• Experience in the insurance industry.
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CPA, or CIA.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior management on compliance and control remediation initiatives.

IT Audit | IT Internal Controls | SOX | JSOX | ICFR | ITGC | IPE Validation | Risk and Control Matrix (RCM) | COSO | COBIT | Access Management | Change Management | Process Narratives | Control Testing | Audit Compliance | Risk Management

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