Head of IT Audit (Hybrid)

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, this role plays a key leadership part in executing the annual IT Audit Plan, leading the Company’s ITGC SOX evaluation and IT Operational Audit program in collaboration with IT leadership. The position supports key internal audit activities, including IT risk assessment, scoping, and annual planning, while delivering results to stakeholders. This hybrid role is based in our Birmingham office and involves frequent interaction with Neogen leadership and coordination with external auditors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the annual IT Audit Plan in collaboration with IT Leadership, including ITGC SOX evaluation and risk-based operational audits.
• Drive SOX 404 compliance by performing application control and key report testing.
• Perform IT risk assessment to inform audit scoping and annual planning.
• Advise IT team on ITGC design and implementation for new applications, ensuring robust internal controls.
• Deliver clear, actionable insights by communicating audit objectives, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to build consensus and strengthen IT audit and governance practices.
• Provide strategic guidance to IT leadership on risk mitigation and audit process improvement opportunities.
• Support executive reporting by assisting the Head of Internal Audit with leadership updates and Audit Committee presentations.
• Coordinate efforts with external auditors to ensure alignment and efficiency.
• Uphold IIA Core Principles, ensuring independence, objectivity, and confidentiality.
• Lead special projects and investigations, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in IT internal auditing or public accounting, with demonstrated expertise in evaluating ITGCs, ITACs, and Key Reports for publicly traded companies.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, information systems, or related field.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CISA, CISSP, or CPA preferred.
• System implementation controls experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IT audit methodologies, internal controls, and risk assessments; hands-on audit experience with modern applications (SAP S/4 HANA, SAP B1, Workday, Active Directory, AuditBoard/Optro) and legacy platforms.
• Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley, COSO, COBIT, US GAAP, and PCAOB standards.
• Proven ability to lead and execute multiple projects independently, delivering results under tight deadlines.
• Experience performing internal audits and collaborating with management on developing roadmaps and action plans.
• Understanding and experience reviewing cybersecurity frameworks preferred.
• Experience utilizing AI LLM technologies to create efficiencies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across all organizational levels.
• Advanced analytical skills, including expert-level Excel capabilities.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as business needs require.

Neogen protects the world’s food supply, from animal healthcare products to food safety solutions for bacteria, allergens, toxins, and more.