Vertex Associates are looking for a Senior IT SOX Manager to take full ownership of a complex, evolving IT SOX environment. This is a run-the-function role: you will drive the programme end-to-end, manage your own workload, and act as the key technical lead across ITGC, application controls, and ERP-related SOX risks. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives with autonomy, takes initiative, and can operate as their own project manager in a fast-moving environment.
Key Responsibilities
*Own the end-to-end IT SOX programme — scoping, planning, testing, reporting
*Lead and manage all testing activity, including complex or high-risk areas
*Review and ensure quality of documentation
*Work directly with Technology, Finance, and External Audit on SOX matters
*Guide remediation, explain risks, and drive sustainable control improvements
*Manage a small IT SOX team and handle senior-level escalations
*Continuously improve testing approaches and programme governance
Experience & Qualifications
*Strong IT SOX / IT Audit / Tech Risk background with extensive ITGC & ITAC testing
*Big 4 / Top 6 or large listed company background preferred
*Experience reviewing work and leading teams
Core Skills
*Strong technical audit and IT control knowledge (COBIT / NIST)
*Ability to manage and drive work independently — self-starter, owns delivery
*Excellent stakeholder communication and ability to lead difficult discussions
*Pragmatic, solution-focused approach to remediation
*Comfortable working in complex, fast-changing environments