Internal Control Specialist – IT
seeking a highly motivated individual as the Internal Control Specialist - IT, reporting to the IT Internal Control Manager.
Requirements
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4-5 yrs of working experience with 1-2 yrs with IT Audit or Internal Auditing experience;
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Hands-on experience with UNIX and Windows environments, with good understanding of control requirements;
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An in depth appreciation of internal controls and processes is essential;
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Bachelor with major in Computer Science, Business and/or Finance;
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Big 4 background a plus;
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CISA/CISSP certification is preferred;
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Exposure to international standard/best practices, such as COBIT, ITIL, BS7799/ISO17799;
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Prior IT operations working experience is preferred;
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Knowledge of at least one business application system, such as SAP or Oracle Financial;
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Fluent in English and Mandarin;
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Excellent oral and written communication skills;
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Superior problem solving ability;
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Good project management skill;
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Self-starter who thrives in a fluid and dynamic environment which changes very rapidly;
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
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IT analytical skills including ACL, Excel and Microsoft Access;
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Willing to travel extensively, approximate 50%-75% Travel.
Description
Reporting to the IT Internal Control Manager, the primary focus for this position is to provide assistance in managing and executing the Sox 404 IT program.
Key responsibilities include:
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Assist in performing risk assessments and general audit planning activities,
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He/she will also have the responsibility for developing specific work programs and documentation of supporting work completed.
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An in depth appreciation of internal controls and process is essential. Experience with implementing a Control Self Assessment (CSA) program would be a plus.
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Consult on application security and controls for existing systems, applications and development efforts arise
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Be a team member or team leader on various special projects requiring analytical and risk assessment skills,
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Work with third parties to complete assigned audit or risk management projects. The role is likely to involve managing staff from a third party organization (co-sourcing internal audit relationship) or from groups outside internal audit.
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Work closely with the Company's external auditors in completing the annual audit process.
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Stay abreast of best practices both internally and externally and provide a channel for introducing those practices to the company.
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After initial year of SOx Compliance, this role will also be responsible for the following:
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Perform IS general controls reviews, and provide technical assistance to the audit team on financial and operational audits.
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Preparing complex audit reports using advanced writing skills
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Participate as needed in Internal Control Due Diligence assessments
QUALIFICATIONS:
The role requires the communication skills, personality, and credibility to deal with all levels of management and personnel within the Company, and with third parties engaged to work for the Company.
The successful candidate will be an exceptionally talented business professional with outstanding business judgment and broad financial experience, operational and IT skills. He/she will possess superior interpersonal and communication skills through a flexible style and a demonstrated ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels within an organization. The ability to influence individuals within Alibaba, for accepting recommendations and changes to existing operations and practices is important.
It is essential that this individual have a style that would fit well with the Alibaba culture, which is fast moving, results oriented, open, flexible, and agile. The successful candidate will be passionate about the Alibaba business opportunity and be a significant contributor to its success.
Knowledge and experience in international business operations is essential.
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