IT Audit Senior

Sara Lee Corporation is a global manufacturer and marketer of high-quality, brand-name products for consumers throughout the world. The Corporation has operations in 58 countries and markets branded products in nearly 200 nations. Sara Lee Corporation employs 137,000 people worldwide.

Chicago-based Sara Lee Corporation employs 137,000 people worldwide, operates in 58 countries and markets branded consumer products in nearly 200 nations.  A sampling of our world-famous brands include Sara Lee?, Hillshire Farm?, Chef Pierre?, Douwe Egberts?, and Superior Coffee?.  Sara Lee is proud to be the second-largest producer of fresh bread and baked goods, fourth-largest producer of frozen baked goods and No. 2 producer of frozen desserts in the United States. The Sara Lee Internal Audit Department’s mission is to continuously add value by providing objective and innovative audit services that evaluate risk, control and governance processes.  Further, we provide the board of directors, audit committee, and Sara Lee senior management reasonable assurance that the financial data used to make business decisions and to communicate to the public is true and accurate. We accomplish our mission by recruiting and developing talent for the entire corporation, providing high-quality services to support the department mission. NOTE: This role will initially be located in downtown Chicago but will be relocating to Downers Grove, IL in December. IT Audit Senior ResponsibilitiesPlay an integral role in the company’s efforts to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. Review and evaluate IT applications and the adequacy/efficiency of accounting, financial, and operating procedures established for IT control purposes. Plan, lead and execute audits to ensure the company’s applications are in compliance with company policies and statutory regulations. Develop audit programs for the testing of controls on various IT platforms. Identify cost effective and reasonable IT controls. Collaborate with internal audit associates to achieve the IT audit objectives included in operational and financial audits. Perform pre and post implementation reviews on IT development projects to ensure compliance with IT policies and procedures. Serve as the daily contact for on-site and divisional management. Prepare reports based upon audit results, adequacy of audit documentation, and client responses. Effectively communicate audit findings via update meetings and closing conferences with management personnel.  

 Bachelor degree, or equivalent, in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or related field. Ability to travel 40%-50% 3 to 5 years experience in IT audit or related areas. CISA/CISM/CIA certification or CPA (or related experience) is preferred Experience with COBIT framework Strong project / program management and prioritization skills. Must have the ability to multi-task on multiple audits, projects and initiatives. Demonstrated ability to successfully communicate with all levels of management and staff Strong interpersonal skills Leadership skills (Ability to take charge, confidence to interact with all levels, set objectives, drive results, team player) We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package and the professional advantages of an environment that supports your growth and recognizes your accomplishments.  An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer