The J Jill Group, Inc

Manager, IT Audit & Compliance

The J Jill Group, Inc • $100K — $120K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-6 years of experience in internal/external audit, risk consulting, or IT compliance, focusing on IT auditing.
  • Strong knowledge of SOX regulations and IT controls, including documentation and timing requirements.
  • Familiarity with System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) concepts.
  • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective presentations to management.
  • Strategic thinker with innovative problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong multitasking and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the IT SOX initiative, testing internal controls and documenting key IT walkthroughs with external auditors.
  • Oversee SDLC reviews for new software implementations, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Conduct comprehensive technology audits to assess IT control effectiveness, including risk assessments and test plans.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance IT processes and controls, benchmarking best practices and new technologies.
  • Collaborate with Cyber and Privacy teams to manage evolving risks, with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Draft audit reports and communicate findings to management and process owners.
  • Maintain effective relationships across various IT departments.

Benefits

  • Bonus eligibility.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary match and tuition reimbursement.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and company-paid LTD/STD, plus generous paid time off.
  • Office amenities including a café, fitness center, free parking, and shuttle service.
  • Generous associate discounts and group discounts on insurance products.
  • Access to a Discount Marketplace for various consumer products and services.
  • Participation in associate resource groups.
Full Job Description
Overview

As the Manager of IT Audit and Compliance, you will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of our IT systems, compliance with Sox, and partner to ensure successful execution of new IT implementations (System Development Life Cycle 6 SDLC projects). You will help assess, monitor, and enhance our IT controls, processes and procedures.

Responsibilities
  • Lead IT Sox effort over the effectiveness of internal controls including testing of IT General Controls (ITGCs), IT application controls (ITACs), key interfaces, key reports/spreadsheets, and Soc 19s. Participate and document key IT walkthroughs in conjunction with our external auditors. Identify control deficiencies, recommend improvements, and provide guidance to key members of Management.
  • Lead reviews following System Development Life Cycle controls (SDLC) for new software implementations. Partner with cross functional teams to help lead successful implementations or key system changes.
  • Responsible for conducting comprehensive technology audits to evaluate effectiveness of IT controls. Includes planning, performing risk assessments, identifying controls used to manage risks, as well as developing and executing test plans to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of IT related processes and controls.
  • Identifies opportunities for improving IT processes, reducing costs or improving internal controls. Work on benchmarking best in practice to enhance overall environment, including new technologies.
  • Work closely with our Cyber and Privacy teams helping our teams manage ever changing risks. Stretch opportunities available to learn new areas.
  • Drafts audit reports and communicates audit findings to process owners and management. Ability to work effectively with external audit.
  • Communicates with Internal Audit management regarding testing status, audit issues and deadlines.
  • Builds and maintains effective relationships with the various IT areas/departments.

Benefits, Tailored for You.

  • Bonus eligible
  • 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary match and tuition reimbursement.
  • Medical, dental, vision, company paid LTD/STD, and generous amount of paid time off.
  • Office includes amenities such as a cafe9, fitness center, free parking and Red Line shuttle.
  • Generous associate discount; group discounts on auto, pet and homeowner insurance.
  • Discount Marketplace for travel, consumer products, food, auto buying, etc.
  • Associate resource groups.
Qualifications
  • Requires at least 5-6 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit (i.e., Big 4 public accounting), risk consulting, IT and/or SOX compliance, with an emphasis on IT auditing.
  • Strong understanding of Sox regulations and applicable IT controls. Understanding of requirements, timing and documentation.
  • Understanding of System Development Life Cycle concepts.
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment, with good attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, to effectively present to peers and management.
  • Ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions
  • Ability to multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize, in order to successfully meet deadlines.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Security or related field of study. Experience in accounting or other business discipline is also desirable.
  • Masters or Advanced Degree is a plus.
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or other IT audit or security related certification (CISSP) is preferred. PCI, CPRA, or Cyber knowledge is a plus.

Physical Requirements

  • Sedentary work, prolonged periods of time working at a desk and on a computer.
  • Ability to communicate information and observe details at close range.
  • Light lifting may be required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job.They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

About The J Jill Group, Inc

The J. Jill Group, Inc. is a specialty retailer of women's apparel, accessories and footwear. The company operates retail stores and an e-commerce website. The company's merchandise mix includes knit and woven tops, bottoms, and dresses, as well as sweaters and outerwear. The company's accessories include scarves, jewelry, and hosiery. The company's footwear offerings include sandals, boots, and sneakers. The company targets affluent women aged 40 and over who are active, engaged, and have a casual lifestyle. The company was founded in 1959 and is headquartered in Quincy, Massachusetts.
Learn more about The J Jill Group, Inc
Size
1,498 employees
Market Cap
$230.3 million
Industry
Net Income
-$151 million
Founded
1959
5 Year Trend
-1.7%
Revenue
$468.8 million
NASDAQ

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