Sr. Analyst, IT Internal Controls
Sr. Analyst, IT Internal Controls
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Purpose of Role
The Senior IT Internal Controls Analyst is responsible for planning, executing, evaluating and reporting on UA’s global IT internal controls SOX activities across the organization’s technology landscape. This role ensures IT systems and processes comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The analyst works cross-functionally to assess risks, monitor control effectiveness, and support regulatory compliance efforts. The auditor will work closely with IT, cybersecurity, and business teams to identify risks, evaluate controls, and recommend improvements. This role focuses on ensuring the integrity, security, and compliance of systems supporting point-of-sale (POS), e-commerce, inventory, and financial reporting processes. This role provides an exciting opportunity to support UA’s goal to achieve operational excellence, monitor management’s commitment to those efforts, and support UA’s recurring SOX activities.
Your Impact
• SOX oversight for Global ITGC’s; supporting risk assessment, design of controls, controls implementation, and remediation; includes conducting and documenting process walkthroughs and related narratives, with a focus on internal controls and ownership of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
• Serve as liaison between technical and non- technical personnel and participate in new system implementation and other committees providing suggestions and feedback
• Reviewing and analyzing draft designed internal controls and operating processes prior to system implementation
• Assess and monitor IT controls related to retail systems, including POS, ERP, e-commerce platforms, supply chain technologies, and SAP.
• Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, and business teams to remediate control deficiencies and strengthen governance
• Maintain documentation of control processes, risk assessments, and remediation of control deficiencies
• Support internal and external audits, including evidence gathering and issue resolution
• Conduct risk assessments for new systems, vendors, and technology changes
• Maintain an efficient internal control environment- including monitoring of key control executions, preparation of accurate and timely formal written reports/oral presentations to cross-functional management on findings, management control remediation plans, and recommendations
• Support process improvement, implementation, and remediation actions related to operational control projects.
• Implementation of both key and non-key operational controls, support the establishment of the current management self-assessment program and continuous risk identification during projects
• Partner with management to identify risks and monitor implementations
• Execute the management self-assessment (MSA) program through review of KPIs and actions plans
• Analyze large sets of data to support conclusions, controls implementation, and key performance indicator (KPI) tracking
• Prepare and review materials for the global internal controls reporting and other critical internal reports
• Work independently as needed, leading initiation, execution, and completion to finalization and reporting for projects, whether IT SOX, operational, or other special projects defined
• Apply data analytic skills and risk identification, to support recurring and special projects
• Liaison with the UA regional Internal Controls’ Managers, partnering on local projects and providing clear support for applying standardized processes and controls; support regional standardization and consistency
• Serve as a primary resource and/or system administrator relative to our global SOX compliance tool (Auditboard)
• Maintain internal and external audit deliverables
• Partner with the business process Leads to support IT dependencies identified for projects and business process documentation
• Stay current on retail technology trends, regulatory updates, and control best practice
• Support UA’s Business Resiliency by assisting in conducting risk assessments, business impact analysis and business continuity planning
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree with 2-3 years of experience in IT controls, audit, or compliance, preferably in the retail industry
• Strong understanding of ITGCs and application controls
• Background in accounting or internal audit experience required - a mix of public accounting and private/corporate accounting preferred
• Experience with SOX 404 compliance key activities required
• Extensive knowledge of US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley
• Advanced Excel skills
• Familiarity with retail systems and technologies (e.g., POS, ERP, SaaS/IaaS platforms).
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Licenses/Certifications: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification preferred
Workplace Location
• Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore, MD headquarters
• Work Schedule: Four (4) days per week in-office, the remainder of work week remote
• Travel: Up to 15% annually, domestic and international
Relocation
- No relocation provided
Base Compensation
$79,690.80 - $109,574.85 USD
Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.
Benefits & Perks
- Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
- Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
- Competitive 401(k) plan matching
- Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
- Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity
At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people representing a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team via candidateaccommodations@underarmour.com.
Baltimore, MD, US, 21230
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