IT Risk and Controls Testing Analyst (SOx)

The Risk and Controls Testing Analyst will be assisting with planning, and reporting on our compliance requirements across IT and business and ongoing work to ensure the organization can provide timely certification of compliance. The core focus being the testing of IT General Controls (ITGC). Key Reports for SOx Compliance and other audit requirements. The role will require a clear testing timeline to be met, ensuring that any documentation is complete and accurate in order to satisfy external auditing from external parties.

Tasks:

• Assist with the execution of the IT SOX project plan, ensuring efficient and timely execution of all stages of the IT SOX program - Planning, Execution, Delivery & Reporting.
• Assist in creating and maintaining all documentation relevant to IT SOX program such as walkthroughs, testing and controls evaluation.
• Review internal controls documentation and understand the key ITGC controls. Establish, plan, coordinate and deliver controls testing.
• Ability to articulate detailed work papers documentation to ensure the retained documentation supports the audit work performed.
• Coordinate and implement testing of key IT controls (ITGCs and few application controls, Report Testing - as required), track completion, monitor status and continuous follow up with the process/system owners.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with the IT management teams as well as external auditor, ensuring a deep understanding of key risks and processes of the organization.
• Understanding of SSAE 18 (SOC1 & SOC2 Reports).
• Ensure any internal control deficiencies are identified, reported, remediated and re-tested.
• Support quarterly controls self-assessment process.
• Support the maintenance and upkeep of internal logs/trackers to ensure tracking and reporting.

Risk and Issue Management:

• Identify, assess, and manage risks and issues.
• Escalation to stakeholders for support and decisions where appropriate.

Collaboration with External Auditors:

• Work closely with external auditors to align on testing timelines and requirements.
• Facilitate and accelerate the testing process wherever possible.
• Address auditor queries and provide and ensure that the evidence documentation is provided in a timely manner.

Requirements:

• Have proven experience in a recent position as an IT Auditor in a Big Four accounting firm or equivalent experience in SOX IT program in a public company environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication, and analytical skills.
• Any experience in GRC Tools or SOX compliance software preferred.
• Professional certification such as CISA, CRISC, CPA or willingness to pursue professional qualification.
• 5 to 7 Years of hands-on experience with various aspects of IT SOX, including application scoping, flowcharts, risk-control matrix, testing, evaluation of deficiencies and remediation testing.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme
• 23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit
• Healthcare
• Free parking

At Rentokil Initial, our customers and colleagues represent diverse backgrounds and experiences. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer, actively encouraging applications from individuals from all walks of life. Our belief is that everyone irrespective of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs, has the potential to thrive and contribute. We embrace the differences that make each of our colleagues unique, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and feel a sense of belonging. To ensure that your journey with us is accessible if you have any individual requirements we invite you to communicate any specific needs or preferences you may have during any stage of the recruitment process. Our team is available to support you; feel free to reach out to (joanna.sharpe@rentokil-initial.com) if you need anything.

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