Manager IT Internal Audit

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Description

Description:

In your role as Manager - IT Audit, you will be an integral member of a close-knit highly advanced internal audit team with a culture of flexibility, collaboration, and innovation. You will also join a leading provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions and be exposed to the latest trends in audit methodology.

You will work with the Director, Internal Audit (IA) locally and the global management team to guide the team in delivering a broad portfolio of audit and consulting activities in both IT and IT-adjacent areas. You will lead a team of IT auditors, execute and delegate tasks, organize the team’s development, and partner with the Director IA on staff management responsibilities for the larger local team. Duties may include but not limited to performing assessments, evaluations, and developing and supervising the execution of IT audit procedures and processes. This role will be expected to draft IT audit programs, operationalize activities in the audit management platform (Auditboard) and review staff work.

Our values and behaviors provide the foundation for our UKG culture and ensure we live “Our Purpose is People”. They not only reflect who we are now, but more importantly they reflect the future of our company. Strong technical and ethical characteristics are fundamental to audit success. Irrespective of job level, an auditor must maintain appropriate technical skills, agility, and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Good auditors will focus on targeted questions allowing them to verify information from different angles and obtain a clear understanding of the control environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (including the following, other duties may be assigned)

Audit Planning And Execution

• Support the development of a risk-based audit plan in a coordinated effort with the global IA leadership team.
• Ensuring that audits are conducted according to relevant IT audit standards / frameworks.
• Work within a matrix organization in both IT and non-IT areas, actively engaging with counterparts in the US to execute planned project / ad hoc requests, share insights, and provide managerial support where needed.
• Execute and lead IT audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, information security, and compliance with relevant policies and regulations.
• Identify and evaluate IT risks and controls, providing recommendations for improvement that have a direct benefit to the business.
• Design, develop and / or review the audit approach and audit programs to guide the team in completion of assigned audit projects.
• Prepare and / or review workpapers and for audit engagements as per the auditing standards.
  
  

Risk Management

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and validate IT-related risks.
• Identify and proactively evaluate business and regulatory issues/concerns.
• Monitor and report on emerging trends and developments in the IT landscape that may impact the organization's risk profile.
• Identify potential areas of vulnerability and recommend corrective actions.
• Stay abreast of changes in regulations and proactively engage in updates to internal controls with management.
  
  

Stakeholder Communication

• Candidate should be able to showcase the ability to work across geographical boundaries and support joint initiatives effectively.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to US counterparts, key stakeholders, including senior management in globally accepted formats.
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with key business process and IT management and risk management leaders.
• Work collaboratively with IT Management regarding general controls reviews and assessments
  
  

Team Leadership And Development

• Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop and mentor a team of IT and Non IT auditors, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Provide training and support to ensure the team is equipped to handle evolving IT risks and challenges.
• Serve as primary backup for Director IA on staff managerial matters.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certification (CISA, CISSP, CISM) is preferred.
• Proven experience in IT auditing, risk management, and compliance, with a experience of 7 – 9 years in the field. Minimum 3 years of experience in Managerial role which includes full cycle people management
• Thorough understanding of IT governance frameworks, information security principles, and industry best practices.
• Significant Hhands- on experience in SOX testing and documentation (or similar)
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards (e.g., SOX ITGC, GDPR, ISO 27001).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• This role offers a great deal of flexibility that comes with the ability to self-manage and be an example for others; the ideal candidate will be in-person to hybrid in our Noida office. This role is not fully remote.
• Regular travel is not expected and if needed is to be planned well in advance
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultimate Kronos Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

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