SOX IT Lead Consultant

Job Description

The Risk Advisory practice at Withum is experiencing significant growth driven by market demand for Risk advisory and assurance services. Our team is seeking an experienced IT Internal Controls Audit Lead/Manager with experience performing Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance consulting, Internal Controls assessment, COSO consulting, and IT control risk assessments as part of integrated audit or SOX consulting engagements. The SOX IT Lead Consultant can be based out of any of the following U.S. office locations:
New York, NY;
Princeton, NJ;
Whippany, NJ;
East Brunswick, NJ;
Red Bank, NJ; or Buffalo, NY. This will be a hybrid in‑office (3 days in office expectation) position.

• Assisting audit teams with planning and testing of General IT Controls and Application controls as part of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
• Performing process walkthroughs of key ITGC cycles as well as Application Controls.
• Assisting integrated audit team with control documentation and control risk assessment.
• For SOX consulting projects, identifying and documenting internal controls and assisting clients with all internal audit activities to prepare for SOX audit.
• Drawing informed objective opinions as to the adequacy and effectiveness of SOX and internal controls.
• Reviewing the work papers summarizing evidentiary data obtained and conclusions reached.
• Identifying and evaluating complex business and technology risks, internal controls that mitigate risks, and related opportunities for internal control improvement.
• Facilitating use of technology‑based tools and methodologies to assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls and implement services.
• Adapting to the ever‑changing compliance landscape and keeping abreast of the latest business risks, threats, mitigation techniques, etc.

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Possession of, or desire to obtain, CPA, CFA, CISA, or other equivalent certifications.
• At least 4 years of experience working for a public accounting firm or a SOX consulting firm.
• Effective client service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of various ITGC processes and Application controls areas.
• Experience supporting PCAOB inspections is a plus.

The compensation for this position ranges from $110,00-$140,000. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, and the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at

Withum Smith+Brown, PC is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.