Senior IT SOX Compliance Analyst

About the team

The SOX Compliance team at Zillow Group designs, implements, and ensures the effectiveness of internal controls to mitigate financial and IT risks. As a strategic and collaborative team within the Finance organization, we build a robust, scalable control environment that supports Zillow’s rapid innovation while maintaining the integrity and reliability of financial reporting.

About the role

As a Senior IT SOX Compliance Analyst, you will play a crucial role in managing Zillow Group’s IT SOX program. You will oversee key elements of the IT SOX audit cycle, collaborate with internal and external auditors, and lead remediation efforts to enhance our control environment. You will work with Engineering and Technology teams to implement IT General Controls (ITGCs) for new systems and technologies, ensuring SOX compliance is integrated into Zillow’s evolving tech stack.

You Will Get To:

• Guide control owners through audit activities, including preparation for walkthroughs, documentation gathering, and ensuring audit readiness.

• Lead IT control remediations, including investigating deficiencies, performing exposure analysis, developing remediation plans, project managing remediation activities, and validating corrective actions. 

• Assist with the design and implementation of IT General Controls for new systems, tools, and infrastructure, including cloud environments and homegrown code-based systems.

• Contribute to the annual IT SOX risk assessment by identifying and addressing gaps in access and change management controls.

• Monitor IT controls and evaluate audit readiness by documenting requirements, collecting, and reviewing evidence.

• Maintain up-to-date documentation for in-scope systems and controls, including code repositories, change types, access roles, permissions, and segregation of duties analyses.

This role has been categorized as a Remote position. “Remote” employees do not have a permanent corporate office workplace and, instead, work from a physical location of their choice, which must be identified to the Company. U.S. employees may live in any of the 50 United States, with limited exceptions.

In California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington state, and Washington DC the standard base pay range for this role is $97,800.00 - $156,200.00 Annually. This base pay range is specific to California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington state, and Washington DC and may not be applicable to other locations.

In addition to a competitive base salary this position is also eligible for equity awards based on factors such as experience, performance and location. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location.

Who you are

• 5+ years of experience in IT audit, IT SOX compliance, or IT risk management, with a strong understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 requirements.

• Strong knowledge of IT General Controls (including access, change management, and system interfaces) and automated business controls.

• Proven ability to evaluate IT control design and operational effectiveness for cloud-based systems and environments (e.g., AWS, GitLab, Databricks, ServiceNow, Workday, Salesforce).

• Experience coordinating and supporting internal and external audits and managing evidence collection.

• Excellent project management and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders across a variety of departments.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Systems, or related field.

• Preferred but not required CPA, CISA, or other relevant professional certification.

• Preferred but not required experience with GRC tools (e.g., AuditBoard).

• Here at Zillow - we value the experience and perspective of candidates with non-traditional backgrounds. We encourage you to apply if you have transferable skills or related experiences

Get to know us

Zillow is reimagining real estate to make home a reality for more and more people.

As the most-visited real estate website in the United States, Zillow® and its affiliates help movers find and win their home through digital solutions, first class partners, and easier buying, selling, financing and renting experiences. Millions of people visit Zillow Group sites every month to start their home search, and now they can rely on Zillow to help make it easier to move. The work we do helps people get home and no matter what job you're in, you will play a critical role in making home a reality for more and more people.

Our efforts to streamline the real estate transaction are supported by a deep-rooted culture of innovation, our passion to redefine the employee experience, a fundamental commitment to Equity and Belonging, and world-class benefits. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages as well as parental leave, family benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off. We’re also setting the standard for work experiences of the future, where our employees are supported in doing their best work and living a flexible, well-balanced life. But don’t just take our word for it. Read recent reviews on Glassdoor and recent recognition from multiple organizations, including: the 100 Best Companies to Work For, Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equity Index, and TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Zillow Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact your recruiter directly.

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