Internal Controls Manager

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and document internal controls across financial reporting, revenue recognition, procurement, payroll, and access management.
• Build a SOX-readiness roadmap and lead SOX 404 implementation as the company approaches an IPO or other trigger events.
• Partner with external auditors on annual financial statement audits, including managing the prepared-by-client list, walkthroughs, and testing.
• Perform regular control testing for design and operating effectiveness and track remediation of deficiencies.
• Assess and document key business processes, including order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, payroll, and equity or stock administration, and identify control gaps.
• Own risk assessment by identifying financial, operational, and fraud risks and prioritizing controls accordingly.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering and IT on SOC 1/SOC 2 readiness, access controls, and change management controls.
• Draft and maintain policies and procedures, including delegation of authority, expense, and revenue recognition policies.
• Support due diligence efforts for fundraising, M&A, and other strategic transactions.
• Educate and train process owners across the company on control requirements.
• Recommend and help implement systems and tools such as ERP, GRC platforms, and workflow automation.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience in internal controls, internal audit, external audit, or a combination of these.
• Deep working knowledge of SOX 404, the COSO framework, and internal control design and testing.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting processes.
• Excellent written communication skills for policies, procedures, and audit-ready documentation.
• Ability to work with limited process documentation and build control frameworks from scratch.
• Pragmatic approach to designing controls that reduce meaningful risk.

Nice to Have

• Experience taking a company through SOX 404 readiness or first-year SOX compliance.
• CPA, CIA, or CISA certification.
• Experience at a high-growth startup or a company transitioning from private to public.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite or Workday.
• Experience with GRC and audit tools such as Workiva or AuditBoard.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range: $145,000–$180,000.
• Equity in the form of stock options.
• 401(k) plan.
• Discretionary performance bonus program.
• Biannual performance reviews.
• Medical, dental, and vision premiums covered at 100% for employees and dependents.
• Flexible time off and paid holidays.
• Generous parental leave.
• Commuter benefits.
• Fitness benefits.
• Healthcare and dependent care FSA.
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health.
• Healthcare advocacy program.
• Access to mental health apps.
• Team-building activities.
• Modern NYC office with stocked kitchen and catered lunches.