IT Controls Tester

IT Controls Tester 

Hybrid attached to a Serco office
Full Time, Permanent

Salary – Up to £55k dependent on experience

At Serco, we deliver essential public services in the UK and around the world. We’re looking for an IT Controls Tester to support our Financial Controls Framework through the assurance and testing of IT General Controls (ITGC) related to finance systems.

This is a vital role in helping ensure the integrity of Serco’s financial reporting, by assessing the effectiveness of IT controls and identifying areas for improvement across our finance-related applications.

As part of this you will:

• Plan, schedule, and carry out ITGC testing for a range of finance applications.
• Maintain an annual testing schedule and track progress.
• Liaise with system owners and technical personnel to coordinate testing activities.
• Complete control tests in line with defined methodologies and document evidence.
• Identify and report control deficiencies, including remedial actions and owners.
• Review third-party SOC1 reports and assess relevant control coverage.
• Update control descriptions to reflect changes in technology or processes.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of the IT Controls Testing function.
• Report findings to the IT Risk Manager and support risk treatment planning.

What you’ll need to do the role:

• Solid understanding of IT controls and how they support data integrity and system security.
• Ability to assess and prioritise risks resulting from control deficiencies.
• High attention to detail with strong documentation and analytical skills.
• Experience in audit or controls testing roles.
• Strong communication skills, able to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and organised with a positive, proactive approach.

It would be great if you also have:

• Experience in IT controls testing in a finance-related environment.
• Background in IT or IT service delivery.
• A relevant professional qualification such as CISA or equivalent.

Why Serco:

Serco’s purpose is to impact a better future - we bring together the right people, the right technology, and the right partners to create innovative solutions that deliver positive impact and address some of the most urgent and complex challenges facing governments globally. Our services are powered by more than 50,000 colleagues working across multiple sectors including defence, space, migration, justice, healthcare, transport, and customer services in four regions: UK & Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East.

In this position, your work is vital to the business, in terms of decisions and growth. You will gain a world of opportunity working for a globally operating business delivering essential services across 5 vital sectors, personal growth, achievement, and development won’t be hard to find. You'll also work with great people. You’ll find yourself working in a highly motivated, supportive environment where no two days are the same, with experienced colleagues who strive for excellence.

What we offer: 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual leave purchase scheme.
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Free onsite parking.
• Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
• A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs and more.
• A wealth of career development training to suit your future aspirations. These range from role specific training, leadership coaching, formal study and much more to support you to build your career with Serco.
• A safe and supportive culture.
• A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.

About Serco

At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services.  We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

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Serco is a Disability Confident Employer committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.

We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates. We’re a proud holder of the Silver Inclusive Employer Standard and we actively encourage applications from females, those with disabilities or from an ethnic minority background.