Sr. Manager - US IT General Controls

About the role

Acrisure is a global fintech leader that connects clients with tailored solutions in insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, and more. With revenues growing from $38 million to nearly $5 billion in just twelve years, Acrisure now employs over 19,000 colleagues worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Own the design, execution, and monitoring of IT general controls (e.g., access controls, change management, system operations, backup and recovery) relevant to SOX 404 compliance.
• Participate in annual SOX scoping and risk assessment activities to determine key IT systems, applications, and infrastructure components supporting financial reporting.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors on walkthroughs, testing, and evaluation of ITGCs.
• Coordinate remediation of identified control deficiencies with IT and business teams.
• Partner with IT and security teams to improve the design and efficiency of IT controls, focusing on automation, scalability, and alignment with industry best practices (e.g., COBIT, NIST).
• Serve as the liaison between Finance, IT, and Audit teams to ensure a shared understanding of compliance objectives, control ownership, and audit requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of IT controls, processes, and testing results.
• Support the development of IT compliance policies, standards, and control narratives.
• Lead training initiatives for IT and business control owners to promote awareness and understanding of SOX requirements, IT control responsibilities, and best practices.
• Support system implementations, migrations, and other IT initiatives to ensure appropriate controls are embedded from the outset.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, delivering projects on time and within scope.
• Exceptional problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with various teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to influence and work effectively with senior management and cross-functional teams, balancing technical, regulatory, and business needs.
• Strong understanding of ITGCs, financial systems architecture, and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certifications such as CISA, CPA, or equivalent are strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in IT audit, internal controls, SOX compliance, or risk management, ideally in a multinational public company or Big 4/public accounting firm.
• Experience with enterprise systems such as Oracle, SAP, or Workday, and GRC platforms.
• Experience in a fintech or high-growth technology environment is a plus.

Skills

• Knowledge of ITGCs, financial systems architecture, and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT).

Benefits

• Paid time off and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee discount programs.

Pay

The base compensation range for this position is $160,000 - $210,000. This range reflects Acrisure's good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Placement within the range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity.

Schedule

This role is based in Grand Rapids, MI or Chicago, IL.

Benefits

• Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.
• Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.
• Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.
• Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.