IT Audit Controls/SOX Manager

Hybrid 4x / week on-site in San Francisco, CA

Our client seeks an IT Audit Controls/SOX Manager to deliver internal audit services across industries. The role focuses on optimizing internal audit functions, leveraging AI and risk technologies to address a broad range of risks. The work enhances the credibility of financial statements and internal controls, enabling stakeholders to navigate disruption and support growth. As a Manager, you will lead teams and client accounts with an emphasis on strategic planning, mentoring junior staff, maintaining standards, and inspiring quality delivery. You will coach team members, manage performance, and lead with integrity while embracing technology and innovation to improve delivery. You will own projects through planning, budgeting, execution, and completion, address conflicts with clients and teams, and uphold professional and technical standards.

We can facilitate w2 and corp-to-corp consultants. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $90.00 to $100.00/hr. w2

• Conduct comprehensive audits of internal controls and IT systems to assess regulatory compliance.
• Implement auditing methodologies and leverage AI platforms to optimize audit processes.
• Analyze financial statements and internal controls to identify improvements and mitigate risk.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for internal audit services across industries.
• Utilize data analysis and visualization to enhance audit reporting and stakeholder communication.
• Lead transformations and setups of internal audit functions, including co-sourcing and outsourcing models.
• Coach team members to develop skills and deliver quality client service.
• Address conflicts and engage in challenging conversations with stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Uphold professional and technical standards, including independence requirements and codes of conduct.

• Proven experience leading IT audit and SOX compliance engagements.
• Hands-on background with internal controls over financial reporting and ITGCs.
• Experience implementing audit methodologies and using AI or analytics platforms.
• Ability to manage project planning, budgeting, execution, and delivery.
• Team leadership, coaching, and performance management experience.
• Strong stakeholder management and conflict resolution skills.
• Knowledge of professional standards and independence requirements.

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Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

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About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.

Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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