Senior Auditor (SOX)

Description & Requirements

creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Department: Global Audit

Work model: Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office

Reports to: Global Audit Manager

Company Overview

Inc. (EA) is a global leader in interactive entertainment. We develop and deliver games, content, and online services for consoles, PCs, and mobile platforms. Our purpose is to Inspire the World to Play by combining creativity, innovation, and passion in everything we do.

Department Overview – Global Audit

Global Audit is an independent assurance and business advisory organization that provides critical insight and guidance to EA's Audit Committee, senior management, and operations. We help evaluate and enhance EA's risk management, internal controls, and governance systems through a risk-based and data-driven approach.

Role Overview

As a Senior Auditor, you will meaningfully contribute to EA's risk and compliance programs. Your responsibilities will span across financial, operational, IT, and data analytics audits. You will also contribute to the department's development of automated and advanced analytics capabilities, building scalable insights and improving audit processes.

Key Responsibilities

Audit & Assurance

• Conduct financial, operational, IT, and compliance audits, with a focus on Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) control testing.
• Design audit programs and perform fieldwork including walkthroughs, control testing, and risk assessments.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of control structures, operating procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Perform quarterly issue follow-ups and contribute to formal audit reporting.

Data Analytics & Automation

• Extract, cleanse, and analyze data to test hypotheses and address strategic questions.
• Use tools like SQL, Python, R, Alteryx, Tableau, and Power BI for advanced analytics and automation opportunities.
• Explore and implement machine learning techniques to enhance audit planning and risk detection.

Collaboration & Advisory

• Engage with teams across the business to build relationships and provide advisory services.
• Help develop audit methodologies, work programs, and continuous improvement projects.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation and learning within a globally dispersed audit team.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends, frameworks (IPPF, US GAAP, IFRS), and new technologies.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent.

Experience

• 3.5+ years of progressive experience in internal/external audit, risk management, data analytics, or IT auditing.
• Experience with audit software, data analytics tools, and business process analysis.

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Experience with IT general controls, security practices, and data privacy.
• Proficiency with SQL, Python, Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau, or other similar platforms.
• Experience with auditing enterprise applications and technology governance.

Soft Skills

• Excellent interviewing, report-writing and documentation skills.
• Adherence to a high standard of ethics and integrity.
• Curiosity and an openness to learning.
• Proven ability to produce independent and collaborative work across multiple time zones.

Additional Information

• Willingness to work across multiple time zones and travel internationally (up to 20–25%).
• Experience in the gaming industry or a passion for gaming.

About

We’re proud to have an extensive portfolio of games and experiences, locations around the world, and opportunities across EA. We value adaptability, resilience, creativity, and curiosity. From leadership that brings out your potential, to creating space for learning and experimenting, we empower you to do great work and pursue opportunities for growth.

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.