Internal Controls Manager
Design, implement, and lead SOX compliance and internal control programs; develop scalable controls; manage internal and external partners; coordinate risk assessments and testing; drive remediation; communicate with auditors and senior leadership; improve controls through automation; support risk initiatives; and develop a post-IPO internal audit roadmap.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and optimize the SOX internal controls program.
- Develop, document, and maintain scalable internal controls.
- Manage and grow co-sourced and internal teams.
- Coordinate SOX risk assessments, control scoping, and testing strategies.
- Drive remediation of control deficiencies.
- Liaise with external auditors, advisors, and senior management.
- Prepare updates for the Audit Committee.
- Improve controls through automation and standardization.
- Support training and risk management initiatives.
- Develop the post-IPO internal audit roadmap.
Requirements
- 8+ years of relevant experience.
- Experience in Big Four and in-house internal audit or SOX leadership roles.
- Experience designing and leading SOX 404 programs.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA, CIA, or CISA certification.
- Understanding of COSO, PCAOB standards, SOX compliance, and U.S. GAAP.
- Understanding of IT general controls, operational audits, and enterprise risk management.
- Strong project management skills.
- Experience preparing materials for Audit Committees and executive leadership.
- Experience driving control automation or process optimization with AI.
- Script writing and workpaper automation experience.
- Experience with NetSuite, Workiva, Salesforce, or Workday is preferred.
Benefits
- Equity
- Commission
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)