IT SOX Manager, Internal Audit

2 days ago

Manhattan Beach, United States Skechers U.S.A. Full time

The IT SOX Manager is responsible for overseeing the company's IT Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, ensuring adherence to the Act and related regulations. This role will assess IT risks and lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of IT controls over systems and processes to safeguard the integrity of the company's internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) across the organization's global operations. The IT SOX Manager will provide guidance on IT compliance matters and work closely with the Internal Audit team, external auditors, IT, finance and business unit leaders to maintain a robust IT SOX compliance framework. This position is based in Manhattan Beach, CA and reports to the Senior Director Global SOX, Internal Audit.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS-

  • SOX Compliance Management
    • Coordinate, oversee and enhance the IT SOX compliance program
    • Hands-on managing and guiding internal and co-sourced team in executing SOX testing, including IT general controls (ITGCs), IT application controls (ITACs), key reports, information produced by entity (IPE), user access reviews and system and organization controls (SOC) reviews for consistency and quality across all testing activities
    • Develop and monitor key IT SOX metrics and timelines
    • Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory bodies during IT SOX audits and inspections
  • Risk Assessment and Mitigation
    • Conduct risk assessments of in-scope applications, IT controls rationalization and optimization
    • Support scoping conclusions and recommendations to both internal and external stakeholders
    • Identify control gaps and develop remediation plans
    • Collaborate with IT and business teams to implement risk mitigation strategies and foster a culture of compliance and accountability throughout the organization, emphasizing the importance of IT controls in maintaining financial integrity
  • Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR)
    • Serve as a technical resource on all IT SOX matters, providing reliable and insightful recommendations for implementing internal controls within IT processes
    • Ensure appropriateness of IT SOX documentation, including narratives / process flows, risk control matrices and test plans, and evaluate / develop / refine controls as systems are upgraded or processes change
    • Oversee IT testing for design & operating effectiveness and remediation test work
    • Provide consultation support on IT control readiness for new initiatives, such as software development life cycle (SDLC) controls
  • Reporting and Communication
    • Prepare and present regular reports on the status of SOX compliance to leadership
    • Oversee IT issue management and reporting by evaluating control deficiencies, assessing root causes, impact analyses, and recommending remediation activities to ensure remediation items are addressed according to action plans
    • Communicate effectively with IT teams, business unit leaders, finance teams and external auditors and ensure timely remediation of any identified IT control deficiencies or weaknesses
    • Develop and maintain dashboards for real-time monitoring of IT SOX compliance status
    • Provide guidance and training on IT SOX compliance as needed
  • Continuous Improvement
    • Identify opportunities to streamline and automate compliance processes
    • Stay updated with changes in SOX regulations, industry best practices, and emerging risks
    • Leverage emerging technologies such as AI and machine learning to enhance compliance processes where applicable
    • Continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the IT SOX compliance program
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE-
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in IT audit, compliance or risk management roles, with a strong knowledge of SOX requirements and control frameworks, such as COSO and COBIT, at a Big 4 and/or publicly traded company.
  • Strong understanding of current IT SOX testing methodologies, risk assessment practices, latest PCAOB requirements, and their practical application in complex IT environments
  • Advanced understanding of ITGCs and ITACs, including the ability to identify and evaluate key reports and interfaces critical to financial reporting and system integrity.
  • Familiarity with Oracle cloud computing environments and associated compliance challenges.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience supervising and managing professional staff.
  • Leadership and project management skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and projects.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong problem solving and influencing skills to drive strategy and alignment globally.
  • Experience working in a global, multi-national environment is highly desirable
  • Strong work ethic and collaborative working style, coupled with a timely action-oriented mindset.
  • Experience preparing and delivering executive-level presentations, with strong written and visual communication skills.
  • Experience with compliance management software and GRC tools is preferred.
  • CISA, CISSP, or CIA certification is highly preferred.
  • Ability to travel internationally 5% of the time


SALARY: $140K-185K

About Skechers
Skechers (NYSE: SKX), a global, Fortune 500® brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do - delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,200 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.

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