IT SOX Analyst - Join Robert Half's Premier CPG Client in Berkeley, CA

Are you a detail-oriented IT professional passionate about SOX compliance, IT general controls, and risk management? Robert Half is excited to partner with a leading Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) client in the East Bay area of Berkeley, California, United States, to find a talented IT SOX Analyst for a contract-to-hire position. This 100% remote role offers a competitive pay range of $50-$55 per hour, depending on experience (DOE) and location, translating to an estimated annual salary of $104,000-$114,400 for full-time equivalent. If you're seeking SOX jobs in Berkeley, CA, IT audit careers, or remote compliance roles, this opportunity combines cutting-edge IT governance with collaborative cross-departmental work in a dynamic CPG environment.

About the Role

In this pivotal IT SOX Analyst position, you'll play a key role in safeguarding financial reporting integrity through robust IT compliance practices. Our client, a prominent CPG innovator, demands excellence in aligning IT processes with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) standards. You'll focus on IT General Controls (ITGCs), risk assessments, and governance, ensuring seamless operations amid system changes and audits. This remote SOX compliance job is ideal for professionals with a collaborative mindset, ready to support annual scoping, quarterly reviews, and remediation efforts. With Robert Half's backing, you'll gain exposure to high-impact projects in one of California's most vibrant regions, all without commuting. Keywords like IT SOX Analyst Berkeley CA, remote SOX jobs, ITGC testing, and PCAOB compliance make this a top search for compliance experts.

Key Responsibilities

As an IT SOX Analyst, your days will be filled with high-impact tasks driving SOX adherence:

• Support the design, implementation, and ongoing management of IT General Controls (ITGCs) to meet stringent SOX requirements, ensuring financial data reliability.
• Assist in comprehensive documentation of IT processes, risks, and controls across critical systems, creating detailed narratives, flowcharts, and risk-control matrices for audit readiness.
• Coordinate and execute control testing activities, maintaining alignment with PCAOB standards and external auditor expectations for consistent, defensible results.
• Perform quarterly reviews and in-depth assessments of user access management, segregation of duties (SOD), and SOC1 report compliance to mitigate access risks.
• Monitor identified IT control deficiencies, partnering with system owners to develop and implement sustainable remediation plans that prevent recurrence.
• Conduct thorough ITGC and key application control testing per PCAOB guidelines and auditor protocols, delivering actionable insights.
• Evaluate the compliance impact of system changes, integrations, mergers, or new implementations, recommending tailored controls to uphold SOX standards.
• Provide hands-on assistance during new system rollouts, upgrades, or major IT transformations, assessing and mitigating SOX control implications from the outset.
• Contribute to annual SOX scoping exercises and comprehensive IT risk assessments, identifying emerging threats in the CPG landscape.

These responsibilities demand precision and proactivity, positioning you as a cornerstone of the client's compliance framework.

Required Qualifications

To excel as our IT SOX Analyst, bring the following expertise:

• Demonstrated understanding of IT controls, risk assessments, and governance processes within SOX frameworks.
• 2-5 years of experience in IT SOX compliance, IT audit, or internal controls environments.
• Proficiency in ITGCs, including access controls, change management, and computer operations.
• Hands-on experience with control testing, documentation (narratives, matrices), and remediation.
• Familiarity with PCAOB standards, SOC1 reports, SOD analysis, and external audit coordination.
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating system changes and IT risks in dynamic settings.
• Collaborative communicator adept at cross-functional partnerships with IT, finance, and audit teams.
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Accounting, Finance, or related field; certifications like CISA, CIA, or CPA are highly preferred.
• Comfort with remote work tools and self-directed execution.

Candidates with CPG industry exposure or East Bay networks will stand out in this competitive Berkeley, CA job market.

Why Join Us?

Partnering with Robert Half opens doors to exceptional benefits and growth. Enjoy 100% remote flexibility, allowing you to thrive from anywhere while serving a prestigious East Bay CPG leader. The contract-to-hire path offers stability and potential permanency with excellent $50-$55/hr compensation. Benefit from Robert Half's renowned support, including career coaching, skill-building resources, and access to top-tier clients. In Berkeley, California's innovation hub, this role advances your SOX career amid soaring demand for IT compliance talent. Join a collaborative culture emphasizing work-life balance, professional development, and impactful contributions to SOX excellence. Apply now for IT SOX Analyst jobs at Robert Half—your gateway to remote compliance success!

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