Manager, GRC – SOX Digital Transformation

About Us

SharkNinjais a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positivelyimpactpeoples lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted global brands Shark and Ninja the company has a proventrack recordof bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowedSharkNinjato enter multiple product categories driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham Massachusetts with more than4100associates the companys products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.

The Manager GRC SOX Digital Transformationplays a key role in executing and evolving the organizations IT SOX compliance and controls modernization initiatives. This role focuses on enhancing the efficiency automation and effectiveness of IT general controls (ITGCs) and application controls through digital transformation efforts including GRC tooling data analytics and process standardization.

This individual partners closely with Internal Audit Finance and Technology teams to support SOX compliance drive control improvements and implement scalable technology-enabled solutions that strengthen the overall control environment.

Key Responsibilities

SOX & IT Controls Execution

• Support the end-to-end execution of IT SOX compliance activities including scoping walkthroughs control testing and remediation tracking.

• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of IT general controls (logical access change management operations and SDLC).

• Coordinate with control owners to ensuretimelycompletion of control activities and remediation efforts.

• Assist in preparing audit-ready documentation andsupportexternal audit requests.

SOX Digital Transformation & Automation

• Drive initiatives to modernize and automate SOX IT controls through GRC platforms and enabling technologies.

• Partner with stakeholders to standardize andoptimizecontrol design across systems and platforms.

• Leverage data analytics and visualization tools (e.g. Power BI) to enhance control monitoring and reporting.

• Support implementation enhancement and ongoing management of GRC tools (e.g. ServiceNow GRC ArcherAuditBoard).

• Identifyopportunities to reduce manual effort improve control reliability and enhance audit efficiency.

GRC Program Support

• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of IT GRC policies standards and procedures.

• Participate in technology risk assessments across cloud ERP and SaaS environments.

• Align IT controls with internal policies and external frameworks (e.g. COSO COBIT NIST).

• Support compliance efforts related to SOC audits and other regulatory or certification requirements as needed.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Reporting

• Partner with Internal Audit Finance (SOX) and IT teams to ensure alignment on control requirements and testing approaches.

• Translate control requirements into practical guidance for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Track and report on SOX control performance deficiencies and remediation status.

• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement incontrolsand compliance.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors degree in Information Systems Computer Science Accounting Business ora relatedfieldrequired.

• Masters degree (MBA MIS or equivalent)preferredbut notrequired.

Experience

• 58 years of experience in IT audit IT risk SOX compliance or GRC.

• Hands-on experience supporting SOX ITGC programs in a public company environment.

• Experience working with or implementing GRC tools and audit management platforms.

• Exposure todigital transformation automation or process improvement initiatives within GRC or audit.

• Experience in Big 4 or public accounting environments preferred but notrequired.

Certifications

• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) Preferred

• CISSP CISM CRISC or CIA Nice to have

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of ITGC domains: access management change management operations and SDLC.

• Working knowledge of SOX 302/404 requirements and IT audit methodologies.

• Familiarity with frameworks such as COSO COBIT and NIST CSF.

• Experience with data analytics and reporting tools (e.g. Power BI ACL IDEA).

• Exposure tocloud environments (AWS Azure) ERP systems (SAP Oracle) and SaaS platforms.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong communicationskills with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teams.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management capabilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Continuous improvement mindset with interest inleveragingtechnology to enhance controls.

Core Competencies

SOX & IT Controls Execution Process Improvement & Automation
Risk Awareness Cross-Functional Collaboration
Data-Driven Insights Continuous Improvement

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This roleoperatesin a professional office environment with hybrid flexibility. The position requires extended periods of computer use. Occasional travel may berequired(up to 15%).