Internal Audit Lead - Finance & Operations
$236,000–$315,000 year
HybridSan Francisco, California, United States or San Jose, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead the annual SOX testing program for finance and operations controls, including planning, walkthroughs, design assessments, and execution of key processes like revenue recognition and procure-to-pay. Evaluate control deficiencies, develop remediation plans with finance process owners, and manage COSO framework documentation and risk matrices. Partner with cross-functional teams to assess design improvements, monitor business process changes, and present testing results and program status to senior management and the Audit Committee. Provide training and advisory support to finance teams on SOX compliance expectations while ensuring quality and consistency in testing results.
Required Qualifications
- Presence in San Jose or San Francisco office location 4 days per week
- Tuesday work from home day
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, or SOX program management
- At least 2+ years in a managerial / supervisory role
- Big Four accounting firm or equivalent experience in Internal or External Audit practice
- Deep expertise in SOX, ICFR, and various risk-based audit approaches
- Internal audit methodology and IIA standards
- Strong knowledge of COSO, PCAOB standards, U.S. GAAP, and regulatory requirements
- Experience in preparing executive presentations for senior level stakeholders
- Proficiency in audit management tools (e.g. AuditBoard, Workiva)
- Proficiency with other project management tools (e.g. JIRA)
- Proficiency with ERP systems as well as financial close tools
- Proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and manage teams, including co-sourced providers
- Exceptional communication and executive presence to influence senior stakeholders
- Strong strategic thinking, with the ability to balance risk management, compliance, and operational efficiency
- Highly organized, with the ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities
Desired Qualifications
- CPA, CIA, or CISA certification
- Experience with data analytics and automated testing tools to enhance SOX testing efficiency and insights
- Exposure to emerging technologies such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, and RPA, and their control implications
- Prior experience working in a fast-growth or global organization, adapting SOX programs to evolving structures and complexity
- History of partnering with external auditors on reliance strategies to optimize testing and reduce duplication
- Involvement in internal audit transformation initiatives, such as methodology modernization
- Active participation in professional organizations (e.g., IIA, ISACA) and staying current on regulatory and industry trends
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