IT Control Tester Remote

About The Role

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking an IT Controls Tester to work for our global systems integrator client, to support our client's Group Digital function within a delivery-focused financial controls programme. You’ll play a key role in executing IT General Controls (ITGC) testing across a defined portfolio of finance-related applications, helping to ensure the ongoing effectiveness of Serco’s Financial Controls Framework.

This is initially an assignment until the end of the year, starting as soon as possible, with a predominantly remote, UK-based working arrangement and occasional travel to client site in London as required. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT audit or controls professional who enjoys hands-on delivery, strong stakeholder engagement, and working within a structured governance environment.

About the Role

We are seeking an IT Controls Tester to plan, execute, and document ITGC testing activity in line with the approved Risk and Controls Matrix (RACM) and test methodology. You’ll work closely with Group Finance, system owners, and technology support teams to coordinate access, obtain evidence, and complete testing activity within agreed timelines.

The role is delivery-focused, scoped to complete the planned controls testing programme, identify and document deficiencies, and support remediation tracking. You’ll also review SOC1 reports for supplier-managed applications and highlight any control gaps for further action.

You’ll operate under the direction of the Group Director- Governance & Portfolio Compliance, contributing to audit-ready documentation and clear, concise reporting to the IT Risk Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and scheduling IT controls testing across an agreed application estate
• Coordinating with system owners and support teams to arrange access, evidence, and testing windows
• Executing ITGC testing in line with the approved RACM and test methodology
• Documenting completed testing, including sampling approaches and retained audit evidence
• Identifying and documenting control deficiencies, including agreed remediation actions, owners, and timelines
• Reviewing SOC1 reports for supplier-managed systems and identifying control gaps
• Updating control descriptions where processes or technology have changed
• Reporting control deficiencies to the IT Risk Manager for inclusion in the risk register
• Providing progress updates and completing assigned testing activity within the six-month term
• About You
• Proven experience in an IT audit, assurance, or IT controls testing role for finance systems
• Strong understanding of IT General Controls and recognised control frameworks
• Experience reviewing and assessing SOC1/SOC2 reports
• Ability to assess, articulate, and document the risk impact of control deficiencies
• High attention to detail with excellent written documentation skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify control gaps in complex systems and processes
• Clear communicator, comfortable engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Self-directed and delivery-focused, able to manage workload independently

Nice to Have

Experience delivering IT controls testing within a finance-related environment

Background in IT, technology operations, or IT service delivery

Professional certification related to IT audit, risk, or controls

Working Arrangements

Predominantly remote (UK-based)

Occasional travel to client site as required

No line management, budget ownership, or authority to accept risk or redesign controls

About Us

FDM is an award-winning global leader in tech and business talent solutions, backed by more than 35 years of industry experience. We have centres across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2500 employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer, currently listed on the FTSE4Good Index and as a 2026 Financial Times UK ‘Best Employer’.

Diversity and Inclusion

FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Why join us

Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career

Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad

Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field

* Annual leave and work-place pension