Associate Manager, IT Auditing

Associate Manager, IT Auditor

This role serves as the primary internal IT audit resource for a large multi-brand hospitality organization, responsible for executing SOX Section 404 compliance testing, cybersecurity audits, and providing direct assistance to external auditors on quarterly and annual financial audit procedures.

Job Summary

• Execute all phases of IT audit projects with significant focus on key IT general computing controls and SOX Section 404 documentation, testing, and reporting (50-60% of day-to-day focus)
• Identify IT, operational, vendor, financial, and compliance risks associated with the development, operation, and use of technology across the organization
• Develop and communicate practical solutions and controls to mitigate identified risks, including automated and continuous monitoring features
• Provide direct audit assistance to independent external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits of consolidated financial statements
• Support business teams with expertise in the technology environment, with particular attention to new, complex, and emerging risks
• Identify opportunities and present oral or written recommendations to improve the design, effectiveness, and security of internal controls and IT operating processes
• Collaborate with third-party consultants and cross-functional stakeholders, contributing to process improvement and new ways of thinking

Minimum Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in public accounting, IT auditing, or equivalent, with a background in external audit strongly preferred
• Hands-on experience reviewing or executing SOX Section 404 documentation, testing, and reporting from a general computing controls perspective
• Familiarity with COSO, COBIT, and NIST Cybersecurity and Data Privacy frameworks
• Strong understanding of IT risks, ERP system audit layers, and information security principles across networking, operating systems, and databases
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and Visio skills, with the ability to work independently and produce accurate, timely results

Preferred Qualifications

• CISA certification, or actively working toward it; CISSP, CPA, or CIA are additional nice-to-haves
• Experience with Oracle and/or People Soft ERP systems
• Background from Big 4 public accounting, consulting, or equivalent multi-client environment
• Experience with data analytics, desktop automation, robotic process automation, or generative AI tools
• Proficiency with SQL, Alteryx, Micro Strategy, Power BI, or similar data retrieval and analysis tools
• Experience in retail, hospitality, or food and beverage industry environments