Internal Audit Manager

Oklo•Santa Clara, CA

2d•$145,000 - $165,000•Remote

About The Position

The Internal Audit Manager will play a key role in the continued execution and enhancement of Oklo’s SOX compliance program and internal control environment to support accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will help further mature the Internal Audit function by continuing to improve SOX documentation, including process narratives and flowcharts, as well as internal audit testing methodology. The Internal Audit Manager will help execute the SOX program across multiple business process areas, including design and operating effectiveness testing, while partnering with process and control owners to think creatively, identify practical solutions that fit the company’s current environment, and assist management with remediation of internal control deficiencies. In addition to SOX, this role will also support a broad range of internal audit activities, including advisory engagements, operational reviews, integration initiatives, and other risk-based projects. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment where you will solve complex problems. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of internal audit and SOX frameworks and methodology, along with a proven ability to strengthen compliance programs while adding business value.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
5+ years of experience in audit (internal and external), with exposure to both business process and IT/SOX environments
Deep knowledge of SOX 404, ICFR, and the COSO internal controls framework
Experience leading SOX efforts for process areas including Revenue, Fixed Assets and Procure-to-Pay
2+ years of experience managing a team, including leading and developing staff, prioritizing multiple projects, managing deadlines, and delivering high-quality results
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting procedures, with foundational IT knowledge and the ability to bridge business process and IT controls
Strong communication skills; able to explain the nuances and importance of compliance to various stakeholders and produce clear, concise documentation
Experienced in SOX 404 compliance, internal controls, risk assessments, audit execution, and relevant professional standards, including COSO and IIA Standards
Skilled at evaluating business processes, identifying control gaps, and developing practical, risk-based recommendations
Strong cross-functional collaborator and clear written and verbal communicator
Passionate about clean energy
Willing to think differently and do things in new ways
Comfortable in a fast-paced, highly iterative startup environment
Excited to think creatively, critically, and reflectively about the problems they are solving while not leaning only on what has been done before
A startup person: You aren't driven by titles or hierarchy, and prefer efficiency to excess process. You don't need or expect to have a lot of guidance but you enjoy working in a fast-paced team.
Motivated: You are self-motivated. You bring an enthusiasm to the team, and imbue a sense of passion that goes beyond clocking in and clocking out.
A team-player: Oklo genuinely is a team. We aren’t about taking credit for ourselves, and we aren’t about pushing blame to others. We do incredible things because we work as a team.
An excellent communicator: We need a person who is not only technically competent but also a clear and upbeat communicator.
Creative: Being creative means that there are no clear scopes or processes or problems arise without clear solutions, you are able to identify it as well as invent ways to solve a problem or fill a need without micromanagement. The successful person in this job will not only be creative, but also enjoy being creative and solving open-ended problems which may change day-by-day.
Detail-oriented: This focus is a big part of excellence, consistency, and quality. Excellent grammar and spelling matter for both good communication as well as the image of the company that we put forward.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA
Experience with system implementations, change management, and understanding of automated and IT dependent controls
Experience in managing a co-source provider, prioritizing multiple projects, managing deadlines, and delivering high-quality results
Experience at a fast-growth startup, IPO, or de-SPAC, commercializing First of a Kind (FOAK) technologies from an investor perspective.
Operational or compliance audit experience

Responsibilities

Plan and develop audit scope and actively participate in project execution for complex audit-related assessments, including SOX (Business and IT), operational audits, and IT audits (e.g., system implementations, automations) with a robust understanding of business risks and how both business and IT General Controls (ITGC) address them.
Evaluate and design key controls (manual and automated) for financial reporting; identify gaps and implement remediation plans to address control deficiencies.
Perform SOX testing to identify control design and operating issues and track issues through to remediation.
Design and implement internal controls to properly mitigate risks associated with new entities and business processes (e.g., revenue), acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives to support company’s continued growth.
Support ongoing SOX compliance and system implementations by ensuring business, IT, and automated controls are appropriately designed and implemented.
Provide guidance to control owners on designing and implementing effective controls, while monitoring and driving timely remediation of control deficiencies.
Support the ongoing development and enhancement of the company’s enterprise risk assessment process.
Leverage AI, automation, and data analytics to improve audit execution, increase efficiency, and deliver deeper business insights into process improvement and remediation recommendations.
Stay current on emerging AI technologies and identify practical opportunities to enhance internal audit processes and capabilities.
Assist with managing internal audit activities, including planning, execution, and reporting—and coordinate with internal auditors, external auditors, and government agencies to ensure audits are conducted in a timely and efficient manner.
Perform data analytics, including collection and analysis of data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
Lead and support other internal audit projects, including advisory and operational reviews, and integration activities as the Internal Audit function continues to expand beyond SOX.
Leverage strong communication skills to deliver timely, concise, and meaningful updates to management, highlighting key issues and risks, and prepare clear written materials such as memos, summaries, and recommendations.
Develop strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders, including external auditors, co-source partners, control and process owners.
Identify areas for improvement in internal controls, risk management processes, and audit methodologies; drive innovation through critical thinking and a solution-oriented mindset.
Support the team's project management efforts by helping monitor progress of tasks and key deadlines, including oversight and coaching of team members.
Provide cross-functional support on matters spanning SOX, operational audits, and IT audits, helping stakeholders understand key risk areas and prioritize remediation.