Internal audit analysis manager, IT Audit

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From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only

celebrated coffee and its rich tradition, but also fostered a sense of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

This job contributes to Starbucks success by planning and performing audits of technology, operational data, and related processes to evaluate compliance with established standards and controls, and to identify opportunities for process improvement.

The IT Audit Internal Audit Analysis Manager is directly responsible for executing complex IT audit projects that evaluate the effectiveness of Starbucks technology controls and processes. This includes planning and leading audit engagements, performing fieldwork, and preparing final deliverables. This role also provides guidance and mentorship to project team members, but it does not include direct people management responsibilities.

As an IT Audit Internal Audit Analysis Manager, you will:

* Lead assigned IT audit projects, managing end-to-end planning, execution, and reporting with guidance from Internal Audit Senior Managers or Directors.

* Conduct reviews in highly technical areas, including cloud computing, agile system development, cybersecurity, network security, internal business applications, and IT general controls.

* Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls by designing and executing audit programs and procedures that address audit objectives and scope.

* Perform detailed data analysis using tools such as Alteryx, SQL, Tableau, or Power BI to identify trends, anomalies, and potential fraud risks.

* Develop and present audit findings and recommendations to senior management.

* Conduct follow-up activities to monitor and validate implementation of audit action plans.

* Stay current on industry best practices and regulatory developments through continuous learning.

* Provide feedback and guidance to team members to support high-quality work, adherence to professional standards, and timely completion testing and deliverables.

* Build and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders to stay informed about business systems, processes, and projects that may affect the control environment.

* Drive team enhancements and process improvements across internal audit activities.

We'd love to hear from people with:

Basic Qualifications

* 5 to 7+ years of progressive experience in IT Audit, IT Assurance, Information Technology, public accounting, or closely related field.

* Ability to independently execute audit testing and evaluations with high efficiency and quality.

* Hands‑on experience performing IT general controls and SOX 404 IT audit work in a public company or large corporate environment.

* Ability to work successfully in ambiguous environments and gather information needed to define focused audit scopes and test procedures.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting audit conclusions to executive management.

* Ability to balance multiple priorities with minimal supervision, while meeting deadlines.

* Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Finance, Computer Science or a related business field.

* Experience leading teams and providing project-level coaching and developmental feedback.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience in public accounting (Big-4 or national firm) or in Internal Audit functions within Fortune 500 or large multinational organizations with complex technology environments.

* Professional certification such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or a comparable industry certification.

* Prior experience auditing cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, SaaS ecosystems, or product‑driven technology stacks.

* Demonstrated ability to use advanced data analytics, automation, or Generative AI in audits or SOX assessments to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

* Ability to lead integrated audits involving business and IT control objectives.

* Ability to work independently with limited oversight.

* Proficiency in managing multiple simultaneous projects…