Audit Specialist

Role Overview: You will be a part of the Operations Excellence function and the Tech Excellence team at McDonald's, reporting to the Sr. Manager of Service Delivery. As an Audit Supervisor for SOX Compliance, your role will focus on SOX-related IT applications, specifically on Access Management, Change Management, Segregation of Duties (SOD), and remediation of identified deficiencies. Your strong understanding of SOX requirements, IT controls, and audit methodologies will be essential to ensure compliance and mitigate risks effectively. Key Responsibilities: - Perform compliance efforts for SOX-relevant IT applications, ensuring adherence to established SOX requirements and internal control frameworks. - Be hands-on with the access management process, implementing and reviewing user access controls to ensure proper segregation of duties and minimize unauthorized access. - Conduct periodic user access reviews for SOX in-scope applications and address any identified deficiencies. - Ensure all changes comply with SOX requirements, identifying and remediating any deviations. - Evaluate and enforce SOD controls within IT applications to prevent conflicts of interest and reduce the risk of fraud or errors. - Identify and assess IT deficiencies reported by internal and external auditors, particularly those related to SOX compliance. - Develop and implement remediation plans for identified deficiencies, ensuring timely resolution and communication with relevant stakeholders. - Serve as the primary contact for SOX-related audits, coordinating with auditors to facilitate audit activities. - Continuously assess and enhance IT controls, processes, and procedures to improve SOX compliance and reduce deficiencies. - Stay informed about regulatory changes, industry best practices, and emerging risks to ensure effective SOX compliance. - Provide training and guidance on SOX compliance requirements and best practices to IT and business teams. - Assist in preparing audit reports, findings, and remediation plans for presentation to senior management and audit committees. - Lead and manage a small team of audit specialists. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 2-4 years of hands-on experience in IT audit, SOX compliance, or a related field. - Strong knowledge of SOX requirements, IT general controls, and audit methodologies. - Experience with audit tools and software, as well as ERP systems, is a plus. - Excellent communication and presentation skills. Preferred Qualifications: - Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent are highly desirable. - Experience supervising/managing teams is a plus. - Working knowledge with GDPR is good to have.,