IT SOX & Controls Director

APi Group is a global, market-leading business services provider of safety and specialty services in over 500 locations worldwide. APi provides statutorily mandated and other contracted services to a strong base of long-standing customers across industries. We are driven by entrepreneurial business leaders to deliver innovative solutions for our customers. As our presence across the globe increases, we are striving to become the #1 people-first company in the world.

At APi Group, our purpose is clear: We Build Great Leaders . We believe that everyone at APi is a Leader, and we provide leadership development programs across our businesses to facilitate growth. Our distinct leadership development culture creates an empowered, entrepreneurial atmosphere where our leaders can grow, thrive, and belong.

We are currently seeking an IT SOX & Controls Director who will provide critical global leadership for IT general controls and related IT dependencies (e.g., automated controls, key reports, interfaces, segregation of duties, and restricted access). The ideal candidate brings an expert level of understanding of benchmarking/baselining strategies and methodologies related to key reports and automated controls. This leader will ensure further enhancement of the IT SOX controls, risk, and compliance framework in close cooperation with IT leaders, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders. Furthermore, this leader will be responsible for reporting to internal and external stakeholders as to the effectiveness of ITGC and related IT dependencies.

• Leadership and oversight of Global IT SOX team’s activities, associated budget, and preparation of various reporting to key stakeholders (e.g., business, finance, IT, and external auditors)
• Responsible for leadership of APi strategic initiatives, policies, and procedures (including operating systems, networks, application processing environments, and information security issues), as well as industry “leading practices” and emerging trends of the IT and Security control environments to assess how these may impact Global SOX’s IT and Security-related audit activities
• Lead and coordinate Global IT SOX strategic planning activities to develop short-term and long-term departmental initiatives to create a scalable SOX organization for future inorganic and organic growth, including developing processes and people while implementing technology solutions that drive effectiveness and efficiencies
• Oversee IT staff/independent consultants/outsourced provider and leads IT Global SOX program, including the review of walkthroughs and testing of the operating effectiveness of controls and reporting
• Serve as a key leader and advisor to the business and IT through business transformations (e.g., system implementations, significant upgrades, process re-design including the identification of risks, and design and implementation of relevant business processes and controls with a focus on increased automation
• Responsible for leading, mentoring, and managing global staff and consultants of approximately 15-20, including hiring, goal setting, planning and delegation of work, training and development, coaching, and conducting annual performance reviews with established deadlines
• Facilitate a work environment that fosters and supports ethical decision-making and actions by motivating, promoting and modeling ethical behavior, as well as executing job responsibilities in accordance with APi core values, ethics, and policies and procedures
• Sustain professional and technical knowledge by expanding this knowledge, personal growth, and development through continuing professional education efforts
• Foster a long-term results-orientation and business partner mindset within the IT SOX, Risk, and Compliance Teams

Policy Development and Implementation

• Oversee the development and execution of the company’s IT SOX compliance program while ensuring compliance with regulatory rules and deadlines
• Evaluate the design of internal control activities, maintain and update key controls, and ensure IT SOX documentation reflects a high level of quality
• Coordinate with IT leadership on designing, implementing, and evaluating IT general and automated system controls and configurations
• Participates in the development of the annual audit plan utilizing a risk-based approach, including the implementation and utilization of emerging technologies (e.g., Future of Controls)
• Assists in the acquisition and maintenance of audit and process/data automation for the Global IT SOX Department as well as the application of new technologies into the program (e.g. Data analytics)
• Compliance Training: Develop and deliver comprehensive and recurring SOX compliance training for relevant staff across the Systems Teams

Risk Management and Assessments

• Control deficiency evaluation and remediation: Define and monitor remediation action plans and implementation for all management, internal, and external audit-identified deficiencies. Assist management with deficiency evaluation: root cause, exposure, and identification of mitigating controls
• Conduct risk assessments of IT projects, financial reporting processes, and information systems, and coordinate the scope of the annual SOX assessment process, ensuring adequate coverage with internal audit
• Ensures the overall quality, consistency, risk management, and adherence to IA policies and procedures, IA Standards, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure adherence to principles, policies, and standards and improve quality and process reliability in a cost-effective manner. Facilitate communications, problem resolution, and provide appropriate feedback, both positive and corrective, within the team
• Monitor changes in regulations and proactively address emerging IT SOX compliance challenges

Internal Controls and Audits

• Plans, executes, and reports on IT and Security-related controls, including in deficiency management and remediation process
• Audit Liaison: Serves as the key point to external auditors, internal auditors and process owners on all matters related to IT SOX compliance, including evaluation and resolution of identified control deficiencies
• Coordinates IT and Security-related activities with external auditors and assures maximum reliance on work performed
• Collaborate with process owners and others to build knowledge and understanding of risks and controls
• Identify areas of opportunity for process improvement

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of IT auditing experience at a global level, specializing in areas such as IT governance, project management, infrastructure management, software development, and cybersecurity risk
• Experience designing, monitoring, or evaluating internal controls and SOX compliance for a multinational organization
• Expertise with SOX compliance requirements, and a solid understanding of accounting and finance processes
• Track record of leading IT and Information Security (IS)-related engagements and liaising with external auditors and regulatory agencies
• Proficiency in developing IT and IS risk-based audit work programs and conducting risk-based audits
• Recognized professional qualifications such as CPA, CIA, or CFE strongly preferred
• Familiarity with state, federal, and international laws and regulations affecting internal audit, accounting, and management controls

Competencies and Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership across global, cross-functional teams and ability to foster strong working relationships
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence and partner with cross-functional teams
• Expertise in auditing concepts, risk and control frameworks, and IT/Security standards and best practices
• Team player orientation with a customer service approach to helping business process owners navigate the SOX program
• Ability to challenge the status quo, drive continuous improvement, and manage change
• Self-motivation, ability to work under tight deadlines, and thrive in high-growth and challenging environments with strong multi-tasking, analytical and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of leading internal control and risk management practices and ability to perform detailed risk assessments

Benefits and Compensation:

This role will be based out of our New Brighton office. The pay range is $145,000 - $218,000, depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for annual bonus and profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include:

• Comprehensive Insurance coverage, Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
• Access to corporate fitness center
• Wellness Program
• 401K with employer match
• Discounted company stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Profit Sharing
• Flexible time off
• Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and trainings

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

APi Group is committed to complying with all laws prohibiting discrimination in employment and to providing equal employment opportunity to applicants and employees without discrimination on the basis of sex/gender, age, disability, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, military/veteran status, or other protected characteristics as defined by local, state, and federal law. In keeping with this commitment, APi Group will provide reasonable accommodations in the application process to otherwise qualified applicants with a disability. Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation of disability in connection with the application process should contact Total Rewards and People Services at 651-604-2882 or email .

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