Internal Audit Lead, Lambda

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• CPA, CIA, or CISA certification strongly preferred
• 8+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, or SOX program management, with 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) and other project management tools (e.g. JIRA)
• Proficiency with ERP systems as well as financial close tools and their impact on internal controls and SOX compliance
• 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

Desirable

• We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Internal Audit Lead – Finance Controls to join our Internal Audit function
• This individual will be responsible for leading the SOX testing program for finance-related controls, strengthening the company’s internal control over financial reporting (ICFR)
• This is a Senior level role that combines hands-on testing and evaluation with leadership, oversight, and stakeholder engagement
• Lead the planning and execution of the annual testing program for finance and accounting processes (e.g. , revenue recognition, procure-to-pay, record-to-report, treasury, payroll, etc.)
• Lead and perform process walkthroughs, design assessments, and testing of key controls over financial reporting
• Review the work of co-sourced and internal testers, ensuring quality, accuracy, and consistency of testing results
• Partner with finance process owners to validate control design and address evolving risks and business changes
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including finance and accounting to assess design and recommend design improvements or enhance systems and processes to achieve compliance and improve overall control effectiveness
• Drive projects focused on addressing control gaps and proactively preparing for future control requirements
• Monitor changes to business processes and apply independent judgement to evaluate the potential impact to the control environment and recommend necessary improvements
• Present the impact of the changes to the Head of Internal audit and other stakeholders prior to implementation
• Manage and update all ICFR / SOX 404 documentation as required including COSO framework mapping, process and control narratives/flowcharts, risk and controls matrix, and testing approach
• Apply professional skepticism and subject matter expertise to independently evaluate and conclude on control deficiencies and develop the necessary remediation actions and monitor their implementation in due time
• Identify, assess, and document control deficiencies, including evaluation of severity and impact
• Work with finance and cross functional managers and process owners to develop, track, and validate timely remediation plans
• Recommend process improvements and efficiency opportunities while maintaining control effectiveness
• Serve as the primary point of contact for ICFR and SOX testing for finance and process controls
• Provide training, guidance and day to day advisory support to finance process owners on SOX compliance expectations and best practices
• Prepare concise, high-quality reports on testing results, deficiencies, and remediation progress for review with the Head of Internal Audit
• Contribute to updates and presentations to senior management and the Audit Committee on SOX program status