Apprentice - Finance Compliance

The Apprentice – Finance IT SoD Compliance supports the Finance IT organization in maintaining and improving Segregation of Duties (SoD) controls across financial systems. This role is designed for an early‑career professional seeking hands‑on experience in IT controls, financial systems, and compliance. The apprentice will assist with user access reviews, SoD analysis, documentation, and coordination with Finance, Audit, and IT teams, while learning foundational concepts related to SOX, internal controls, and enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities:

SoD & Access Controls Support

• Assist with Segregation of Duties (SoD) analysis for Finance and related systems, helping identify potential conflicts and document findings.
• Support periodic user access reviews (e.g., UAR / PUAR activities) by gathering evidence, validating access listings, and tracking responses.
• Help maintain SoD role matrices, access logs, and supporting documentation in accordance with internal control requirements.

Compliance & Audit Assistance

• Prepare and organize evidence for internal and external audits related to Finance IT controls.
• Support remediation activities for identified SoD issues by tracking actions, due dates, and approvals.
• Learn and apply basic SOX and IT general controls concepts under guidance from senior team members.

Systems & Process Learning

• Gain exposure to Finance IT systems (e.g., ERP / financial platforms) and understand how business processes map to system access.
• Assist in documenting processes, control descriptions, and standard operating procedures related to SoD and access management.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with Finance IT, Security, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to support compliance activities.
• Participate in meetings, take notes, and help follow up on action items related to SoD and access reviews.

Education/Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field such as Management Information Systems, Computer Science/Engineering, or Cybersecurity.
• Knowledge of compliance or audit processes or project management will be an added advantage.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Remote-based role, 5 days per week, as requested by the line manager.
• 1-year fixed-term contract.

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