Internal Audit and SOX Compliance Manager

Responsibilities

• Own the enterprise SOX business process control framework, including scoping, risk assessment, control design standards, and documentation requirements across all in-scope entities and processes.
• Drive timely remediation of control deficiencies by designing and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Serve as the primary business controls liaison with external auditors for SOX testing, walkthroughs, and evidence requests.
• Partner with Controllership, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Operations, Compliance, Legal, and People teams to embed effective controls into core processes.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of SOX documentation — scoping, narratives, risk-control matrices, walkthroughs, testing, deficiency evaluation, remediation, and reporting.
• Drive automation and efficiency across the SOX program.
• Act as a strategic advisor on cross-functional business transformation initiatives (new systems, new revenue streams, M&A, process redesign), ensuring sound financial controls are built in from day one.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in internal audit and SOX compliance, with 2+ years in a managerial role, preferably in a high-growth technology or AI company.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, or CISA.
• Strong knowledge of COSO frameworks and SOX compliance.
• Expertise in project management, with proven ability to oversee consultants and external audit firms.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex control environments and identify emerging risks.
• Collaborative leader who can build relationships across technical and business teams.
• Excellent communication skills to articulate audit findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Adaptable and thrives in a fast-paced environment where AI technologies and business needs evolve rapidly.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Range:

• United States: $135,000 – $250,000 USD
• Canada: $195,000 – $280,000 CAD

Benefits:

• Weekly lunch stipend of $75 or equivalent.
• Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
• RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme.
• 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months.
• Annual enrichment benefits for arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and workspace improvement.
• Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching.
• 6 weeks of paid vacation.
• Budget for traveling to other offices if remote, plus an annual company offsite.
• $500 home office stipend.
• Co-working benefit for those not near an office.