Director of Internal Controls, Grindr
SOX
$205-240k
+ Equity + Bonus
More information about location
2+ days a week in office
Social networking app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people
Open for applications
Social networking app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people
201-500 employees
Open for applications
$205-240k
+ Equity + Bonus
More information about location
2+ days a week in office
201-500 employees
Company mission
To connect queer people with one another and the world.
Role
Who you are
- 10+ years experience including Big 4 or public accounting along with in-house SOX leadership
- Proven experience leading an integrated audit (first-year implementation of SOX 404(b) is a strong plus)—preferably in a tech B2C company
- Strong knowledge of COSO, PCAOB standards, and ICFR frameworks
- Experience with subscription revenue models, ideally involving third-party aggregators/marketplaces
- Deep understanding of ITGCs and experience working with Engineering teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including delivering difficult messages, and ability to tailor messaging to finance, tech and other stakeholders
- Experience in communicating with executive management, Board of Directors, and Audit Committees
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment
What the job involves
- Grindr (NYSE: GRND) is looking for an experienced internal controls professional to develop and lead the implementation and execution of our SOX program, including first-year compliance under the 404(b) integrated audit
- This is a high-impact, high-visibility role where you will work cross-functionally with Finance, Engineering, Legal, Product, and our external auditors to ensure a strong controlled environment that supports growth and public company requirements
- Ou will play a critical role in partnering with teams to identify control deficiencies, develop and implement effective remediation plans, and oversee the timely execution of key controls
- In addition, you will provide strategic guidance and training to ensure employees understand and adhere to control-related policies and procedures
- Your expertise in internal controls will be instrumental in enhancing the effectiveness and maturity of our control environment, directly supporting the company’s long-term compliance objectives and organizational success
- Lead the end-to-end SOX program, including risk scoping, control design, testing strategies, deficiency remediation and reporting
- Partner with the business and technical teams to map key financial and operational processes, identifying and mitigating risks
- Maintain and build out our SOX documentation including risk control matrices, narratives and process flows
- Evaluate and oversee the testing of IT General Controls and automated application controls, working closely with Engineering and IT Security
- Facilitate walkthroughs and testing in partnership with our external auditors and ensure the timely delivery of support
- Monitor the evolving business environment for changes that may impact the company’s internal controls
- Recommend and implement a GRC platform to streamline documentation and testing
- Proactively monitor control effectiveness and drive continuous improvement in our control environment
- Report regularly to executive leadership and the Audit Committee, providing insight into the control environment and identifying potential risks
- Provide training and mentorship to internal teams to continue to educate and raise awareness of internal controls and risk management practices; helping to build a strong culture of compliance and ownership
Our take
Grindr stands out as one of the foremost dating platforms, recognized for its role in fostering connections within the LGBT+ community. Initially conceived as a dating app tailored to gay men - an innovative concept at its inception - the company has evolved to embrace a broader spectrum of identities, proudly positioning itself as "the world's largest social networking app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people".
Offering a complimentary version alongside premium subscription tiers like "Grindr Xtra" and "Grindr Unlimited", Grindr follows the familiar model of many social and dating applications, Despite facing competition from platforms such as Jack'ds and Scruff, Grindr maintains its prominence within the market. However, the platform has encountered significant scrutiny regarding users' privacy, an issue that continues to spark controversy and debate.
In the dynamic landscape of digital connections, Grindr's evolution from a niche dating service to a comprehensive LGBT+ networking hub underscores its enduring relevance. As it navigates the challenges of privacy concerns amidst fierce competition, Grinder remains a pivotal space for individuals to forge meaningful connections and cultivate community within the LGBT+ space.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (1 round)
Jan 2016
$93m
LATE VC
Total funding: $93m
Company benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees
- 401k Matching (up to 6%)
- Flexible PTO, sick-time, holidays, and two company wide shut-down weeks + an annual travel and leisure stipend
- Equity for all employees
- Monthly lifestyle stipend for food and wellness as well as fully catered onsite breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Workshops, community projects, and legendary company parties
- Gender Affirmation Fund for transgender and gender non-conforming employees
- Queer-inclusive health benefits including LGBTQ consultative healthcare and expanded HRT shipped directly to employees in eligible states
- Monthly commuter stipend to get you to and from the office on in-person collaboration days
Company HQ
West Hollywood, Los Angeles
Leadership
George Arison
(CEO, not founder)Former Product Manager at Google. They are a founding member of Shift. They took over the role of CEO at Grindr from Jeff Bonforte in October 2022.
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