Shift4 · 7 hours ago
Senior IT Internal Auditor
Shift4 is a leader in commerce-enabling technology, simplifying complex payment ecosystems across the world. The Senior IT Internal Auditor will support the company’s global SOX 404 compliance program, focusing on IT General Controls and automated application controls that impact financial reporting. This role involves planning, executing, and reporting on IT SOX testing, collaborating with IT leadership and external auditors to ensure compliance and effectiveness of controls.
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Responsibilities
Lead the planning and execution of IT SOX testing, including ITGCs (access management, change management, computer operations) and automated application controls supporting financial reporting
Collaborate with Internal Audit leadership in defining the annual SOX ITGC audit plan, ensuring alignment with enterprise risks and external audit reliance strategies
Evaluate the control design and operating across applications, databases, and infrastructure layers relevant to ICFR
Partner with external auditors (PwC) to coordinate testing activities, ensure timely evidence delivery, and support reliance on IT control testing
Perform system walkthroughs with IT owners to validate process flows, system configurations, and key dependencies related to SOX key controls
Test automated and IT-dependent controls, verifying report completeness and accuracy through system queries, metadata analysis, and data validation procedures
Assess remediation actions for control deficiencies, provide recommendations, and follow up on corrective measures to ensure effective control
Document audit work in compliance with IIA and PCAOB standards, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and clarity in workpapers
Support integrated audits by coordinating with business process auditors to assess the combined impact of IT and operational controls
Participate in IT risk assessments to evaluate emerging risks from system changes, new implementations, cybersecurity threats, and data integrity issues
Conduct or support special IT reviews, including system migrations, segregation of duties (SoD) analyses, and security configuration audits
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field
3–5 years of experience in IT audit, SOX compliance, or IT risk management within a public company or public accounting firm
Strong understanding of SOX 404 requirements, COSO 2013 framework, and PCAOB AS 2201 standards
Working knowledge of ITGC domains (access, change management, IT operations) and IT application control testing
Proficiency with key financial systems such as Oracle Fusion, NetSuite, BlackLine, Okta, and experience in testing system-generated reports for completeness and accuracy
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; ability to work effectively with IT and business stakeholders
Preferred
Professional certification(s): CISA, CIA, or CISSP (in progress or obtained)
Experience with audit management software (e.g., AuditBoard, Workiva, SOXHUB) and data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Power BI)
Background in payment processing, fintech, or financial services industries
Experience auditing cloud-based environments and automated control frameworks (e.g., AWS, Azure)
Company
Shift4
Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world.
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