Tripadvisor is seeking an upcoming college graduate to join the Internal Audit team as an IT SOX Auditor. In a fast-paced environment, the IT SOX Auditor will work with the IT SOX Audit Manager in performing walkthroughs, testing, documentation, remediation, and reporting of SOX IT controls throughout the Company. This is a cross-functional role, working closely with different IT groups across the Company and other functional teams to ensure controls and compliance requirements are clearly defined and implemented. The IT SOX Auditor will build a strong understanding of the organization, develop a comprehensive understanding of the SOX audit process and work with our external auditors. The IT SOX Auditor will be responsible for helping, as needed, with other internal audit initiatives that go beyond SOX compliance.

Core Responsibilities:

• Involved in Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance requirements and testing of internal controls over financial reporting
• Update SOX documentation including process flowcharts, process narratives, risk and controls matrix and evaluate controls as new systems are developed and/or process changes
• Interact with managers and finance team to document the process and conducts testing of internal controls on an ongoing basis.
• Assist in the SOX scoping and risk assessment activities
• Assist with the creation of effective remediation solutions and/or exception documentation where applicable.
• Assist in coordinating testing approach and align expectations with external auditors to ensure documentation and testing complies with industry standards
• Assess vendor SOC reports to ensure appropriate controls are identified and operating effectively
• Aid in applying data analytics and automation to achieve audit efficiency and continuous monitoring
• Other general audit projects and work as assigned

Mandatory Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, computer science, management information systems, information systems audit and control or equivalent with a demonstrated high level of academic success
• Basic understanding of SOX compliance requirements
• Basic knowledge of accounting functions and general IT controls
• Basic knowledge of data analytics, auditing techniques and standards
• Highly skilled in MS Excel and MS Word

In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Effective analytical and communication skills
• Flexible and open to change and new information; adapts behavior and work methods accordingly
• Ability to understand and work within a growing company and a complex technology environment
• Demonstrate a solid grasp of audit methodology while delivering high quality, value driven work products in a timely manner
• Organized, productive and detail oriented with an ability to work independently
• Ability to meet designated deadlines and manage multiple tasks
• Treats colleagues and partners with respect
• Exhibits integrity though fair and ethical behavior toward others and a demonstrated sense of corporate responsibility and commitment