IT Audit Manager [T500-21616]

About McDonald’s:

One of the world’s largest employers with locations in more than 100 countries, McDonald’s Corporation has corporate opportunities in Hyderabad. Our global offices serve as dynamic innovation and operations hubs, designed to expand McDonald's global talent base and in-house expertise. Our new office in Hyderabad will bring together knowledge across business, technology, analytics, and AI, accelerating our ability to deliver impactful solutions for the business and our customers across the globe.

Skills Required:

IT Audit, SOX, Oracle Financials, Oracle ERP, SAP ERP, Tally ERP, Netsuite ERP, ITGC,

IT General Control, PCI, GDPR

Experience Range:

9 - 12 years

Global Grade- G4

Office Location- MCC India

Full Time

Company Description:

McDonald’s new growth strategy, Accelerating the Arches, encompasses all aspects of our business as the leading global omni-channel restaurant brand. As the consumer landscape shifts, we are using our competitive advantages to further strengthen our brand. One of our core growth strategies is to Double Down on the 3Ds (Delivery, Digital and Drive Thru). McDonald’s will accelerate technology innovation so 65M+ customers a day will experience a fast, easy experience, whether at one of our 25,000 and growing Drive Thru, through McDelivery, dine-in or takeaway. Leading this revolution is McDonald’s Global Technology organization made up of intrapreneurs who get to build really cool tech with scary smart people using the latest innovations like AI, IOT, and edge computing. We do this working along diverse, global teams who are always hungry for a challenge. It’s bonus points when you get to see your family and friends use the tech you build at their favourite McD restaurant.

This role will be a part of Operations Excellence function and Tech Excellence team, and will report to (Sr. Manager, Operations Excellence). The Audit Manager for SOX Compliance will oversee the management and governance of SOX-related IT applications, focusing on Access Management, Change Management, Segregation of Duties (SOD), and remediation of deficiencies identified by internal and external audits. The role requires a strong understanding of SOX requirements, IT controls, and audit methodologies, as well as the ability to provide strategic recommendations and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. Additionally, should have experience with GDPR, PCI & PII engagements.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Lead and manage the compliance efforts for SOX-relevant IT applications, ensuring adherence to established SOX requirements and internal control frameworks.
• Oversee the access management process, including the implementation and review of user access controls to ensure proper segregation of duties and minimize unauthorized access.
• Manage and Coordinate Cybersecurity controls and standards set by the McDonalds Global Security team
• Manage and coordinate the vulnerability – Wiz tool, upgrades (platform / OS)
• Conduct periodic user access reviews for SOX in-scope applications and address any identified deficiencies
• Ensure that all changes comply with SOX requirements and that any deviations are identified and remediated.
• 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 to address identified deficiencies, ensuring timely resolution and communication with relevant stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for SOX-related audits, coordinating with internal and external auditors to facilitate audit activities.
• Continuously assess and improve IT controls, processes, and procedures to enhance SOX compliance and reduce the likelihood of deficiencies.
• Stay up-to-date with regulatory changes, industry best practices, and emerging risks to ensure the organization’s SOX compliance framework remains effective.
• Provide training and guidance to IT and business teams on SOX compliance requirements and best practices.
• Prepare and present audit reports, findings, and remediation plans to Director/senior management and audit committees if needed.
• Review and recommend improvements for the SOX strategy initiative by examining current IT policies and procedures related to IT SOX processes, such as change management and access management.
• Experience in GDPR, PCI, PII and other regulatory aspects
• Delegate tasks effectively and ensure accountability across the team
• Foster a positive, inclusive and high-performance team culture
• Conduct performance appraisals, manage goal setting and create individual development plans

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 9 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 (Audit dashboard) 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 managing teams is a plus

Additional Information:

McDonald’s provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, colour, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.