Entry Analyst, Information Technology

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Xylem ITGC (“Information Technology General Controls”) Sarbanes-Oxley (“SOX”) Analyst

Position Overview:

The ITGC SOX Analyst will collaborate with critical IT and system control owners to ensure compliance with SOX requirements. Reporting to the ITGC Senior Manager, the role involves designing, testing, and documenting control activities across various IT systems, with a particular emphasis on ERP systems and cloud applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with IT Control Owners to localize ITGC control designs for different IT systems, including networks, operating systems, databases, and applications.
• Generate documentation and prepare control data for SOX testing in coordination with IT Control Owners.
• Test the design and operating effectiveness of control activities.
• Conduct enterprise-wide user access reviews across multiple applications, business lines, and geographical locations.
• Execute and document ITGC testing for in-scope processes and applications.
• Coordinate control testing activities, including scheduling and document retrieval.
• Produce and distribute status reports and communications related to control testing activities.
• Provide ongoing communication to internal stakeholders throughout the testing process, escalating findings when necessary.
• Support the adoption of automated ITGC testing platforms by identifying controls for inclusion and defining prerequisites and logic for automated testing.
• Assist with scheduling required meetings, reviews, and other coordination needs.
• Prepare materials for team meetings and meetings with senior management.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• 2-4-year degree program in Accounting, Finance, Business or Technology.
• Strong understanding of IT and general computer controls.
• 1-to-3-year experience working with Excel & data management in Accounting, Finance, Business or Technology systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ITGC documentation, risk, and control assessments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently and efficiently complete responsibilities while maintaining quality.
• Preferred: knowledge in technology areas such as access management, network security, release management, and incident response.

Minimum Required Skills:  

• Must be very proficient in working with Excel & data management
  • Excel spreadsheet building
  • Excel formulas and data management
  • V-look up formulas
  • Pivot Tables
  • Data analytics
• Must be Overall PC, e-mails, ServiceNow literate

Competencies and Other Skills/Knowledge/Experience:

• Detail Oriented
• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Prioritization & Planning
• Self-Motivated
• Effective Communication
• Collaboration & Teamwork

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.