Cotton & Company LLP
Third Party Risk Assurance Manager (Remote, US)
What to expect when you join Sikich
Team members at Sikich have a lot in common while also being part of a rich and varied group of contributors, creating a distinct and thriving culture. Chief among our commonalities is a desire for growth and a shared unity of purpose in our professional lives. We believe that through various perspectives, challenging the status quo and rewarding action, we accelerate innovation and drive growth - for our clients, for ourselves and for our communities.
The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought‑after employer of choice.
Do you want to work with other skilled practitioners and serve clients in a way that makes a difference? Are you seeking a supportive environment backed by a deep and extensive set of skillsets? Are you ready to make an impact and be acknowledged for your contributions? If you answered yes to these questions, we see a mutually beneficial and gratifying relationship on the horizon!
Are you ready to grow with us?
Position Summary The TPRA Manager is responsible for leading a team of TPRA professionals in the review, documentation, evaluation and testing of information technology processes and controls in a wide range of environments.
What will you do in this role?
Documents and tests IT general and application controls for a wide range of software packages and technology platforms
Prepares audit reports and recommendations associated with SOC 1 and SOC 2 audit work performed and reviews them with the client and audit team
Communicates to client areas to improve processes, strengthen controls, mitigate risks, and/or increase efficiency
Identifies and prioritizes key risks, and assesses their impact and likelihood of occurrence
Recognizes technical concerns or issues and communicates those concerns with TPRA management
Recognizes and validates relevant technical issues and brings them to the attention of client management
Manages and reviews the audit work on assigned engagements
Acts as primary client contact for all questions and issues
Develops and maintains relationships with client personnel and management
Conducts client interviews to obtain relevant information
Oversees controls, tests performed and results
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises the day‑to‑day workload of TPRA professionals and Associates on assigned engagements and reviews work product.
Ensures TPRA Senior Associates and Associates are trained on all relevant software and resources.
Evaluates the performance of IS Assurance Senior Associates and Associates and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development.
Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for TPRA Senior Associates and Associates.
Acts as mentor to TPRA Senior Associates and Associates, as appropriate.
What do you need to succeed in this role?
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems, required
Master's in Information Systems or other relevant advanced degree, preferred
More than five (5) years of experience of information systems auditing experience, required
More than five (5) years of experience performing SOC 1, SOC 2, and ISO 27001/ISO 27701 engagements
More than four (4) years of supervisory experience, required
Prior experience working within a public accounting environment, preferred
Prior experience performing IT general controls and application control reviews, preferred
CPA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP and/or CFE certification, required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and basic research skills
Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Ability to successfully multi‑task while working independently or within a group environment
Proven ability to work in a deadline‑driven environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Capable of effective managing a team of professionals and delegating work assignments as needed
Build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
Ability to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel
Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements
Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
Advanced knowledge of internal controls
Ability to travel up to 10‑15%
In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows
Servant Leader - You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
Solutions Focused - You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions.
Collaboration - You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible.
Impact & Influence Thinking - You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives.
About Sikich Sikich is a global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services. With employees across the globe, Sikich ranks as one of the largest professional services companies in the United States. Our comprehensive skillsets, obtained over decades of experience as entrepreneurs, business owners and industry innovators, allow us to provide insights and transformative strategies to help strengthen every dimension of our clients’ businesses.
Sikich Total Rewards Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Sikich also takes pride in prioritizing team members’ health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.
In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $147,900.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
Some examples of our many benefits
Sikich maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full‑time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Sikich, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
Sikich will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
Sikich offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.
We also offer
Flexible work arrangements
Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
HSA employer contribution
Nine (9) paid holidays annually.
A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
401(k) with employer contributions
CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days.
Tuition reimbursement
Generous employee referral bonus program
Client referral bonus program
Pet insurance
FORCE - Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.
Want to learn more? Visit our Careers website or Glassdoor profile.
Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Sikich currently practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services to its clients. Sikich LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich CPA LLC under which Sikich LLC provides Sikich CPA LLC with professional and support personnel and other services to support Sikich CPA LLC’s performance of its professional services, and Sikich CPA LLC shares certain client information with Sikich LLC with respect to the provision of such services.
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The professional services landscape continues to evolve. For Sikich, this means we have an opportunity to further cement our leadership position in this industry and continue to grow our organization in increasingly exciting ways. This growth is meaningful for every team member at our company because larger companies simply see more interesting client opportunities and can attract impressively talented individuals like you. Through a dedicated focus on key business priorities and intentionally creating a rewarding employee experience, Sikich has developed into a highly regarded provider of professional services and a sought‑after employer of choice.
Do you want to work with other skilled practitioners and serve clients in a way that makes a difference? Are you seeking a supportive environment backed by a deep and extensive set of skillsets? Are you ready to make an impact and be acknowledged for your contributions? If you answered yes to these questions, we see a mutually beneficial and gratifying relationship on the horizon!
Are you ready to grow with us?
Position Summary The TPRA Manager is responsible for leading a team of TPRA professionals in the review, documentation, evaluation and testing of information technology processes and controls in a wide range of environments.
What will you do in this role?
Documents and tests IT general and application controls for a wide range of software packages and technology platforms
Prepares audit reports and recommendations associated with SOC 1 and SOC 2 audit work performed and reviews them with the client and audit team
Communicates to client areas to improve processes, strengthen controls, mitigate risks, and/or increase efficiency
Identifies and prioritizes key risks, and assesses their impact and likelihood of occurrence
Recognizes technical concerns or issues and communicates those concerns with TPRA management
Recognizes and validates relevant technical issues and brings them to the attention of client management
Manages and reviews the audit work on assigned engagements
Acts as primary client contact for all questions and issues
Develops and maintains relationships with client personnel and management
Conducts client interviews to obtain relevant information
Oversees controls, tests performed and results
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises the day‑to‑day workload of TPRA professionals and Associates on assigned engagements and reviews work product.
Ensures TPRA Senior Associates and Associates are trained on all relevant software and resources.
Evaluates the performance of IS Assurance Senior Associates and Associates and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development.
Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for TPRA Senior Associates and Associates.
Acts as mentor to TPRA Senior Associates and Associates, as appropriate.
What do you need to succeed in this role?
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems, required
Master's in Information Systems or other relevant advanced degree, preferred
More than five (5) years of experience of information systems auditing experience, required
More than five (5) years of experience performing SOC 1, SOC 2, and ISO 27001/ISO 27701 engagements
More than four (4) years of supervisory experience, required
Prior experience working within a public accounting environment, preferred
Prior experience performing IT general controls and application control reviews, preferred
CPA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP and/or CFE certification, required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and basic research skills
Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Ability to successfully multi‑task while working independently or within a group environment
Proven ability to work in a deadline‑driven environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Capable of effective managing a team of professionals and delegating work assignments as needed
Build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
Ability to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel
Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements
Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
Advanced knowledge of internal controls
Ability to travel up to 10‑15%
In addition, specific skills/experience required are as follows
Servant Leader - You are hyper focused on engaging employees, fostering their development, and building a positive culture.
Solutions Focused - You see opportunities in every business problem and can develop, articulate, and implement solutions.
Collaboration - You are a relationship builder across all levels of the organization and across all business units.
Instills Trust - You do what you say, and you follow through on commitments, you act with integrity, you are consistent and are perceived as credible.
Impact & Influence Thinking - You gain support for ideas, proposals, and solutions, and get others to act, with or without formal authority, to advance initiatives/objectives.
About Sikich Sikich is a global company specializing in Accounting, Advisory, and Technical professional services. With employees across the globe, Sikich ranks as one of the largest professional services companies in the United States. Our comprehensive skillsets, obtained over decades of experience as entrepreneurs, business owners and industry innovators, allow us to provide insights and transformative strategies to help strengthen every dimension of our clients’ businesses.
Sikich Total Rewards Our team members enjoy expansive benefits ranging from competitive compensation and insurance options to wellness programs and a flexible time off policy, to name only a few. Sikich also takes pride in prioritizing team members’ health, total wellbeing and time spent with family, friends and in the pursuit of personal goals, hobbies, and endeavors.
In compliance with this state’s pay transparency laws, the midpoint of the salary range for this role is $147,900.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
Some examples of our many benefits
Sikich maintains a Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy. We encourage every full‑time employee, as your role permits, to utilize paid time off (personal time, mental/physical health care, vacation, sick leave, etc.). Waiting for time off to accrue is common at other companies. At Sikich, you do not have to wait for this benefit to kick in. FTO is activated on your first day with our organization.
Sikich will also recognize paid holidays during the year and strives to permit employees to have time off the last week of the calendar year when client and project work permits.
Sikich offers a comprehensive wellness program to engage, challenge and empower team members to take responsibility for their wellbeing. Activities can be tracked through our wellness provider to obtain gift cards and other rewards.
We also offer
Flexible work arrangements
Health, dental, vision, life, and accident/death/disability insurance options
HSA employer contribution
Nine (9) paid holidays annually.
A robust paid Parental Bonding Leave program covering birth, adoption, and foster children.
401(k) with employer contributions
CPA bonus with four (4) paid exam days & four (4) paid study days.
Tuition reimbursement
Generous employee referral bonus program
Client referral bonus program
Pet insurance
FORCE - Sikich community volunteer program enabling each team member to use up to four hours of paid time annually to volunteer and make a difference in their local communities.
Want to learn more? Visit our Careers website or Glassdoor profile.
Sikich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Sikich currently practices in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Professional Code of Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Sikich CPA LLC is a licensed CPA firm that provides audit and attest services to its clients. Sikich LLC has a contractual arrangement with Sikich CPA LLC under which Sikich LLC provides Sikich CPA LLC with professional and support personnel and other services to support Sikich CPA LLC’s performance of its professional services, and Sikich CPA LLC shares certain client information with Sikich LLC with respect to the provision of such services.
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