IT SOX Consultant

Posted 18 Days Ago
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6 Locations
In-Office
70K-90K Annually
Junior
Financial Services
The Role
Perform IT General Controls walkthroughs, testing, and documentation (access, change management, operations); analyze evidence; evaluate control effectiveness; prepare workpapers; identify technology risks and control improvements; support SOX consulting and audit engagements using technology-based assessment tools.
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Job Description:

Growth in our Risk Advisory practice has created an opportunity for an IT SOX Auditor/Consultant to work with our SOX practice. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing IT General controls consulting, controls walkthrough, and test of operating effectiveness of controls to support ongoing SOX consulting and audit engagements for a diverse client base consisting of technology, manufacturing, and financial services companies.

The IT SOX Consultant can be based out of any of the following U.S. office locations (New York, NY; Princeton, NJ; Whippany, NJ; East Brunswick NJ; Red Bank, NJ; Buffalo, NY). This will be a hybrid in office (3 days in office expectation per week) position.

Withum’s brand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength. Withum has become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive - to be in a position of strength. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the Withum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities.

How You'll Spend Your Time:

  • Process walkthroughs, testing, and documentation of various IT General Controls including Access, Change Management, Computer Operations, etc.

  • Obtaining, analyzing and appraising evidentiary data

  • Drawing informed objective opinions as to the adequacy and effectiveness of IT controls

  • Preparing work papers summarizing evidentiary data obtained and conclusions reached

  • Identify and evaluate complex business and technology risks, internal controls which mitigate risks, and related opportunities for internal control improvement

  • Facilitate use of technology-based tools and methodologies to assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls and implement services

  • Adapt to the ever-changing compliance landscape and keep abreast with the latest IT threats, mitigation Techniques, etc.

The Kind of People We Want to Talk to Have Many of The Following:

  • BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Systems Administration or related field

  • Possession of, or desire to, obtain CISA or other equivalent certifications

  • 1 to 2 years of experience on ITGC audit/consulting with a public accounting firm

  • Effective client service and communication skills, both verbal and written

  • Knowledge of IT general controls, operating systems, databases

  • Desire and ability to work in a team environment

The compensation range for this position is $70,000-$90,000 and varies by location. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual’s skills, experience, and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.

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WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.


Skills Required

  • BA/BS in Computer Science, Information Systems Administration or related field
  • Possession of, or desire to obtain, CISA or equivalent certifications
  • 1 to 2 years of experience on ITGC audit/consulting with a public accounting firm
  • Effective client service and communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Knowledge of IT general controls, operating systems, databases
  • Desire and ability to work in a team environment

Withum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Withum and has not been reviewed or approved by Withum.

  • Parental & Family Support Childcare reimbursement up to 25% of eligible expenses, paid parental bonding leave (up to 10 weeks primary/3 weeks secondary), and access to back‑up care are highlighted as distinctive strengths. Recognition such as Best Workplaces for Parents reinforces the family-support focus.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Generous PTO, nine paid holidays, and a firmwide shutdown from Christmas through New Year’s create substantial time‑off opportunities. Senior Associates and above have Open Time Off.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Fitness reimbursements, wellness programming, and firm‑paid tools like Headspace support mental and physical wellbeing. Wellness awards and incentives signal sustained investment in lifestyle benefits.

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HQ: Princeton, NJ
1,801 Employees
Year Founded: 1974

What We Do

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