IT Internal Audit Manager

The IT Internal Audit Manager will be a key member of the Internal Audit team responsible for leading and executing IT SOX testing and conducting independent and objective audit reviews across UniFirst’s IT applications and operations. The IT Internal Audit Manager will report to the Director of Internal Audit and manage and prioritize an evolving IT audit workload with minimum supervision. This individual will be expected to problem solve, collaborate, and identify areas of enhancement and efficiencies in the company’s processes, systems, and underlying control environment. The IT Internal Audit Manager is expected to foster a team environment and act as a role model and support the department by sharing information and coaching other members of the Internal Audit department.

Responsibilities:

• Execute IT SOX control testing and collaborate with relevant stakeholders
• Design and execute operational audits related to IT areas including system implementations, cybersecurity, data privacy, etc.
• Discuss audit findings with management and ensure appropriate action plans are agreed upon to mitigate risks identified
• Prepare clear and concise reports with relevant recommendations to improve the internal control system and address identified deficiencies and inefficiencies
• Understands the company's core IT general control processes
• Executes audit procedures including leading interviews, requesting, reviewing, and analyzing evidence, documenting processes, procedures, and testing in detailed work papers
• Research and communicate best practices, identify areas for improvement and provide effective recommendations and sound audit conclusions
• Coordinate and review the work performed by external co-source partners
• Foster strong relationships with business owners and external auditors
• Manage and create dashboards for internal status tracking
• Assist Internal Audit in ad-hoc projects and support investigations as requested
• Works closely with the Process, Risk and Controls group
• Act as a liaison between external auditors

Requirements:

• 5-10 years of relevant work experience at a publicly-traded company or public accounting firm
• Prior experience in “Big 4” accounting firm a plus
• Bachelor’s degree with a major in Management Information Systems or Accounting or equivalent practical practice
• CISA/CIA/CPA or preferred related experience
• 5 or more years’ practical experience of cybersecurity and IT auditing across IT processes, applications, infrastructure, IT security and emerging technologies
• Practical experience with audit methodologies including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), COBIT, IIA standards and enterprise risk methodologies
• Able to understand processes and controls, grasp complex technology issues and develop practical solutions, and identify potential risks to the business
• Able to handle multiple assignments simultaneously, resolve problems and deliver to deadlines
• Good communication, relationship building and influencing skills both written and verbal
• Able to communicate technical issues and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences at all levels in the company
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and proficient with various data analytic tools
• Attention to detail and critical thinking
• Project management experience
• Strong team building skills and proven ability to work with diverse groups of people
• Experience auditing cloud applications and services, network, operating system, and database security
• Exposure to enterprise-level ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, Oracle, and SAP
• Prior experience with AuditBoard a plus.
• Ability to always maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Benefits & Perks:

401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.

UniFirst is an international leader in garment & Uniform services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team. 

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws

UniFirst is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or call to let us know the nature of your request.

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