Job Title – Senior Auditor (Tech)
Reports to – Director of Tech Internal Audit
About the Internal Audit Team
The Internal Audit department is responsible for evaluating the company’s internal controls, safeguarding company assets, and identifying opportunities to increase operational efficiency. The IA department is independent of all operations and therefore derives authority from the WSI Audit & Finance Committee. On a day-to-day basis, administrative oversight is provided by the Chief Financial Officer.
Role Summary
The Senior Auditor (Tech) is responsible for executing and leading risk-based audits with a strong focus on SOX compliance, internal controls, cybersecurity, and technology risks. This role partners closely with Internal
Audit, IT, Information Security and Compliance, and Finance to assess risks, evaluate controls, and drive continuous improvement across the organization’s technology environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct technology, operational, financial and compliance control assessments and audits per the annual audit plan. Leverage available tools to drive the high value audit, including designing and executing tests of control design and effectiveness.
- Ensure leaders of the areas under review are advised of timing, scope and nature of audit. Works with senior
leaders to obtain their input and align audits on areas with organizational priorities and risk considerations.
- Execute SOX 404 testing and risk-based internal audits across cybersecurity, cloud, data, and emerging
technologies by assessing the design and operating effectiveness of IT general controls, application controls, and key automated processes. Identify control gaps, evaluate technology and cyber risks, and deliver clear, actionable control recommendations that strengthen compliance, security, and the overall control environment.
- Evaluate compliance with relevant frameworks like COSO, COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001.
- Test controls related to emerging technologies (cloud computing, ERP systems, data analytics, automation,
cybersecurity).
- Support audits related to data privacy, third-party risk, and business continuity / disaster recovery.
- Effectively communicate the results of audit projects. Prepare and maintain written observations and other relevant information to substantiate conclusions.
- Perform periodic follow-up reviews to assess and report on progress or completion of management's corrective actions in response to internal audit observations and recommendations.
- Provide ongoing recommendations to minimize financial, operational, and compliance risk. Deliver audit findings and manage open audit issues through resolution.
- Serves as the day-to-day liaison with key stakeholders to ensure open lines of communications are maintained and audit objectives are met.
Qualifications
- 3 -5 years of experience in assessing technology, operational and financial controls. Retail experience a plus.
- Strong IT audit, internal audit with heavy focus on technology risk and controls.
- Demonstrated ability to assess risk and perform audits across a diverse retail technology stack, including cloud platforms, digital commerce, data apps, and enterprise applications.
- Experience auditing SOX ITGC, application controls, cybersecurity and cloud platforms.
- Solid understanding of ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, NetSuite) and key business applications
- Experience utilizing and performing audits with GRC platform (AuditBoard SOXHUB, ServiceNow GRC preferred)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. Able to prioritize effectively and communicate delays timely. Driven, organized, and detail oriented.
- Excellent written and verbal communicator. Documents clear, accurate, and detailed reports, workpapers, and process flows. Easily conveys complex concepts to diverse audiences.
- Experience in external / internal audit; prior Big 4 or similarly large public accounting firm experience strongly preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree with concentration in Tech; CISA preferred.
We believe in People First
We firmly believe that working in a culture focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion spurs innovation, creates healthy and high-performing teams, and delivers superior customer experiences. Our DEI initiatives prompt associate participation and engagement, aligning with our core vision to reflect the communities where we do business and put people first.
Your Journey in Continued Learning
- In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University and more
- Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities
- Resources for self-development
- Advisor (Mentor) program
- Career development workshops and learning programs