Internal Control Tester

Job Title: Internal Control Tester
Location: New York City NY
Job Type : Contract

Key Responsibilities:

1. Control Testing and Evaluation

Conduct detailed testing of key controls across financial operational and IT processes.

Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls to ensure they meet compliance and operational objectives.

Document test results control deficiencies and recommendations in a clear and structured format.

Perform walkthroughs of processes to confirm control design alignment with policies and procedures.

2. Risk and Compliance Alignment

Support risk assessments and control mapping exercises to ensure key business risks are appropriately mitigated.

Assist in the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Risk and Control Matrix (RCM).

Ensure all control testing activities comply with GLBA SOX COSO or other internal control frameworks adopted by the organization.

3. Reporting and Communication

Prepare and present findings to management Internal Audit and external auditors.

Collaborate with process owners to develop remediation plans for identified control gaps or weaknesses.

Track and validate remediation actions to ensure timely closure of issues.

4. Continuous Improvement

Recommend enhancements to internal control documentation testing methodologies and reporting standards.

Identify opportunities to automate control testing or monitoring using analytics tools.

Stay informed about regulatory changes and best practices in risk and internal control management.

Key Competencies and Skills:

• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (COSO COBIT SOX 404 ISO 27001).
• Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and critical thinking ability.
• Proficiency in documentation process mapping and testing methodologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting and stakeholder interaction.
• Ability to manage multiple testing assignments with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of audit tools GRC platforms or data analytics tools (e.g. ACL Power BI Excel SAP Archer AuditBoard).

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors degree in accounting Finance Business Administration Information Systems or a related field.

Experience:

• 8 years of experience in Internal Controls Risk Management Internal Audit or External Audit.
• Experience in SOX control testing process walkthroughs and control documentation preferred.
• Certifications (preferred but not required):
• CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
• CRMA (Certification in Risk Management Assurance)

Performance Metrics / Success Indicators:

• Timely completion of control testing within audit plan timelines.
• Accuracy and completeness of control documentation and testing results.
• Reduction in repeat control deficiencies and audit findings.
• Positive feedback from business process owners and external auditors.