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Job Function:

Finance

Job Sub Function:

Internal Audit

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson Corporate Headquarters is recruiting for a Manager, Global Technology Audit & Assurance located in New Brunswick, NJ.

Global Audit & Assurance is an organization within Johnson & Johnson Global Finance, a global team with an Enterprise focus including Risk-Based Reviews, SOX, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Compliance reviews, Sensitive Investigations, and Digital Innovation and Analytics. Global Audit & Assurance’s mission is to become a best-in-class audit organization delivering data driven, risk-based audit and assurance projects, that develops talent and drives Johnson & Johnson compliance.

The Manager will play a pivotal role in leading risk-based and SOX Technology audits, providing strategic insights, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective risk management across the enterprise. The individual will be responsible for overseeing teams of skilled auditors during the audit process, conducting risk assessments, and providing strategic recommendations to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness. This role requires a keen eye for detail, talent development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide strategic insights to senior management based on audit findings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead assurance, advisory, and compliance engagements at J&J affiliates and third parties; supervise teams ensuring alignment with local and international regulations, internal policy, and SOX control requirements.
• Perform end to end risk based and SOX technology audits: risk assessments, sampling, workpapers, findings, and management reporting.
• Directly manage audit personnel, delegating duties and providing coaching and performance feedback.
• Provide hands-on oversight of audit engagements including actively participating in walkthroughs, testing activities and reviewing issue write ups.
• Oversee impact analysis and audit-response execution to enable timely remediation of exceptions that address primary risks.
• Act as primary liaison with IT, business owners, management, and external auditors to coordinate testing and remediation.
• Track SOX metrics and KPIs (e.g., issue closure, control failures, testing coverage) and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advise on SOX impact for new initiatives, system implementations, and policy changes; recommend corrective actions.iu
• Enhance audit efficiency by adopting new tools, methodologies, and automation; challenge the status quo to manage emerging risks.
• Contribute to the annual Audit Plan by identifying enterprise risks and helping prioritize audit coverage and resourcing.
• Manage, mentor, and develop audit staff; foster an inclusive culture of accountability, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.
• Attract and retain top talent to help evolve a best-in-class audit organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably with a major in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science/Analytics or Finance.
• Master of Science, Master of Business Administration, or other advanced degrees are preferred.
• CISA, CIA, CPA, CMA, and/or other professional certifications preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' work experience, including at least 2 years in information technology, finance, process excellence (or related business experience) and at least 2 years in a Technology Auditor role.
• Experience with SOX ITGC testing and IT compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge of IT systems, networks, databases, and security protocols to assess performance and security.
• Prior experience leading and developing people preferred.
• This position requires up to 20% of domestic or international travel.

Preferred Leadership Abilities

• Innovative mindset with the ability to translate business needs into technology solutions.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and developing partnerships. 
• Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations.
• Proven experience in partnering with leaders (business/finance and technology associates) in developing business strategies & influencing at various levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated strong performance providing strategic thinking and technology leadership.
• Ability to lead teams in a complex, virtual environment. 

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center  ([email protected]) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Agility Jumps, Audit Reporting, Compliance Policies, Data Savvy, Developing Others, Execution Focus, Fact-Based Decision Making, Financial Analysis, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Fraud Prevention Strategies, Inclusive Leadership, Internal Auditing, Internal Controls, Leadership, Safety Assurance, Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance, Team Management, Technical Credibility

 

 

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$102,000.00 - $177,100.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).



This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.



Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year

Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year

Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year

Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child

Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year

Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days

Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year

Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits