Senior IT SOX/Operational Auditor
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeRemote
location_on936, Southwest Davenport Street, Southwest Hills, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97201, United States
About Us
At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation, and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.
In addition to environmental stewardship, we're deeply committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose, and possibility.
About the Role
This position serves as a key member of the Internal Audit team, focusing on the integrity of our financial reporting through rigorous IT controls. The successful candidate will define, lead, and execute the annual IT SOX Audit Plan, specifically assessing the design and effectiveness of key IT SOX controls and testing the reports that support internal controls over financial reporting.
You will independently and proactively manage relationships with key business partners, including the Company's business controls office, IT compliance office, and external auditors. Your work ensures alignment with both management's and the external auditor's expectations while flexibly supporting IT operational audits and other related deliverables.
Work Location
The successful candidate may work from any location where the company is authorized to do business, subject to applicable state and local laws. At this time, we can only consider remote applicants who live and work in the following states: Oregon, Washington, Texas, Arizona, Florida, Idaho, Michigan, and Nevada.
Hiring Process
To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including a cover letter and resume via our website. Resumes submitted via email, fax, or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.
Application Deadline: June 4, 2026
Equal Opportunity
NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates' diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics.
A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341.
We are a drug-free workplace and comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. NW Natural participates in E-Verify.
Work location
Work model: Remote
936, Southwest Davenport Street, Southwest Hills, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97201, United States
Portland, Oregon
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead the development and execution of the annual IT SOX Audit Plan
- check_circleExecute and report on IT SOX testing including IT general and automated application controls
- check_circlePlan and document control walkthroughs to evaluate the design of IT general controls
- check_circleEvaluate the operating effectiveness of key IT SOX general and automated application controls
- check_circlePerform baseline and benchmark testing of key SOX-relevant reports
- check_circleDevelop detailed test steps and audit procedures for new and existing IT controls
- check_circleDocument SOX testing work thoroughly to provide high-quality audit evidence
- check_circleIdentify and validate potential control exceptions with key stakeholders
- check_circleProject manage IT SOX audit activities to ensure timely execution and status reporting
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field
- verifiedCISA, CPA, or CIA certification required
- verified5+ years IT SOX audit experience
- verifiedExperience developing test work programs for manual and automated controls
- verifiedExperience performing baseline and benchmark testing of key reports
- verifiedExperience scoping and executing IT operational audits
- verifiedExperience assessing and implementing NIST Cybersecurity Framework controls
- verifiedExperience conducting IT risk assessments using COBIT guidance
- verifiedProficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- verifiedWork authorization in Oregon, Washington, Texas, Arizona, Florida, Idaho, Michigan, or Nevada
Nice to Have
Public accounting experience. Experience with SAP, data analytics tools, and AuditBoard.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleRich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contributioncheck_circleFree access to an online wellness resources platformcheck_circleUp to 23 Vacation Dayscheck_circle80 Hours of Sick Time10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Cisa, Cpa, Cia, It Sox, It General Controls, Automated Application Controls, Sox Testing, Nist Cybersecurity Framework, Nist Framework, Cobit.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field required.
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In this Senior IT SOX/Operational Auditor at NW Natural role, you will lead the development and execution of the annual it sox audit plan; execute and report on it sox testing including it general and automated application controls; plan and document control walkthroughs to evaluate the design of it general controls; and evaluate the operating effectiveness of key it sox general and automated application controls.
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To qualify for the Senior IT SOX/Operational Auditor at NW Natural position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field; CISA, CPA, or CIA certification required; 5+ years IT SOX audit experience; Experience developing test work programs for manual and automated controls; Experience performing baseline and benchmark testing of key reports; and Experience scoping and executing IT operational audits.
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Senior IT SOX/Operational Auditor at NW Natural is based in 936, Southwest Davenport Street, Southwest Hills, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97201, United States. This is a remote role.
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NW Natural has listed this Senior IT SOX/Operational Auditor role as remote.
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Senior IT SOX/Operational Auditor at NW Natural typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Senior IT SOX/Operational Auditor at NW Natural include Cisa; Cpa; Cia; It Sox; It General Controls; Automated Application Controls; Sox Testing; and Nist Cybersecurity Framework.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field required.
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Senior IT SOX/Operational Auditor at NW Natural is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.
About NW Natural
NW Natural operates as a natural gas distribution utility headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Serving the utilities sector, the company delivers energy to approximately 2 million residents across more than 140 communities in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Its infrastructure includes over 800,000 meters supported by a pipeline network recognized for its modern design and operational tightness within the nation. The organization maintains a significant regional footprint by providing essential gas services to a diverse customer base through this extensive system. Customer satisfaction remains a key metric, with the company consistently achieving high scores from J.D. Power & Associates, reflecting its commitment to service quality in the utility industry.
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