Senior Manager, IT Internal Audit

Logistics at full potential. 

At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

The Senior Manager, IT Audit is responsible for leading the global IT internal audit department. The Senior Manager will design the audit plan, supervise the execution of internal audits, ensuring audit work is performed in accordance with IIA standards and GXO policies and procedures. This position will also lead a team of external co-source resources to execute audits. Additionally, he/she will be required to liaison the SOC1 reporting program for key clients including the building of strong relationships with GXO site/client management. Finally, this role will also be expected to test/lead testing of SOX controls. This position will report directly into the Global Head of Internal Audit and has room for promotion to Director in the future.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability, and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Direct and supervise all audits (with co-source providers and internal team members) from inception to completion including planning, testing, issue identification, workpaper review and audit reporting.
• As an integral member of the Audit Leadership Team, provide strategic direction and thought leadership in audit approach and execution.
• Actively drive collaborative and proactive relationships with global IA team members and key IT stakeholders, understanding key risks and projects to align our audits accordingly to deliver value added audits.
• Responsible for managing the SOC1 reporting project for multiple key clients.  This requires the building and maintaining of site/client relationships to facilitate the successful completion of the SOC1 project in coordination with an external audit firm and strong project management skills.
• Assist in leading the SOX testing program through improvement and standardization of all components of internal control testing.
• Development and mentor staff/seniors in their professional development and motivating the team.
• Assist in leading the SOX testing program through improvement and standardization of all components of internal control testing
• Supervise the follow-up on audit reports to determine if required action was taken, document and communicate the results of the review

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related work or military experience
• 8+ years of audit (internal/external) experience or relevant business experience
• CPA, CIA, or CISA
• Experience in conducting IT internal audit projects as well as SOX testing
• Experience in the SOC-1 process and controls
• Experience in identifying risks/controls, performing process walkthroughs, testing for key controls, and monitoring effectiveness and reporting results
• Ability to work and adapt in fast-paced environment

It’d be great if you also have:

• Prior public accounting experience
• Prior Big4 experience

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

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