Senior IT Auditor

About the role

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

About the role

The Senior Auditor, Information Technology (IT) reports to the Senior Manager, IT Internal Audit. The Senior Auditor, IT serves as a technology and controls expert in Internal Audit department. The Senior Auditor, IT is responsible for planning and performing internal audits on all layers of computer systems including but not limited to application, database, operating system, data, infrastructure for data integrity, security, compliance, and effective internal controls.

This position is remote and requires availability during core business hours.

Responsibilities

• Plans and performs internal audits, including IT processes, systems, applications, and related data-processing activities. Also performs control reviews as part of the company's Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance program.
• Reviews and evaluates the adequacy and operating effectiveness of IT controls supporting financial, operational, compliance, security, and technology objectives.
• Plans and executes audit procedures to assess compliance with IT general control requirements, applicable standards, and MasterBrand policies.
• Performs pre-implementation reviews on IT development projects to evaluate compliance with policies and procedures throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develops audit programs and testing procedures appropriate for each assignment, subject to manager approval.
• Communicates audit observations effectively and develops recommendations for IT findings through status meetings and closing conferences with appropriate management personnel.
• Prepares audit reports, with detailed recommendations, based on the materiality and relativity of audit results, adequacy of audit documentation, and management responses, subject to manager approval.
• Develops, executes, and documents data analytic routines for automating various IT test procedures and performing routine audit tasks as needed.
• Demonstrates teamwork by responsively collaborating with the Internal Audit management and staff, sharing information and ideas, proactively seeking, and accepting constructive feedback, and accepting additional assignments when appropriate.
• Identifies development needs and seeks opportunities to strengthen technical, audit, and leadership skills.
• Performs special project work under a manager's instruction/supervision.
• Provides day-to-day guidance to staff auditors assigned to IT projects and reviews their workpapers for quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Represents Internal Audit as a contact for IT management on a daily basis.
• Partners with department leadership and business stakeholders to provide relevant risk and control insights that support informed decision-making.
• Supports the development of staff auditors through coaching, knowledge sharing, and timely feedback.
• Consistently demonstrates the MasterBrand Way by supporting growth and identifying opportunities to reduce waste and complexity and improve the work environment.
• Develops in-depth knowledge of MasterBrand strategic business units. Leverages ideas from other reviews and co-workers to provide value-added recommendations and best practices to others.
• Participates in company efforts related to ethics and compliance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business, Accounting, or a related field required; Master of Business Administration or other relevant advanced degree preferred.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Internal Auditor, and/or Certified Public Accountant preferred. Candidates without a relevant certification are expected to pursue one as part of their professional development.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in IT audit, technology risk, internal controls, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of technology platforms, risks, and controls; experience with Oracle preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience with the interpretation and application of applicable internal auditing standards, IT control frameworks, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Strong critical-thinking skills and business acumen, with the ability to execute internal audit and SOX procedures and develop practical recommendations that strengthen controls and improve business processes.
• Experience in a multi-division company environment and in a public company environment preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel; experience with data analytics or audit tools preferred.
• Ability to travel 20-30% annually, including domestic travel and travel to Canada and Mexico.