Senior Internal Audit Manager

sweetgreen•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$140,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Internal Audit Manager plays a key role in strengthening Sweetgreen’s internal control environment, risk management practices, and governance processes. This role will be the head of the company’s SOX compliance program and will lead the execution of a risk-based internal audit plan that supports strong controls, operational resilience, and strategic decision-making. The position partners closely with Finance, Legal, IT, Operations, and external stakeholders to ensure Sweetgreen maintains a scalable and effective control environment. This role is based four days per week in our Los Angeles Support Center.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in Big Four public accounting.
BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar certification required
Strong knowledge of COSO, SOX, PCAOB standards, and governance and internal control regulations.
Working understanding of entity-level controls, process-level controls, IT general controls, and application controls.
Experience with ERP or enterprise system implementations and familiarity with data analytics or automation tools.
Ability to manage multiple audits and projects independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority.

Responsibilities

SOX Program Ownership Lead Sweetgreen’s SOX compliance program, including annual planning, scoping, risk assessment, testing, documentation, and reporting.
Coordinate with internal teams, co-sourced providers, and external auditors to ensure an efficient, well-managed program.
Review testing workpapers to confirm quality, completeness, and alignment with SOX and PCAOB expectations.
Monitor, track, and validate remediation efforts, working with process owners to address root causes and enhance long-term control effectiveness.
Audit Planning & Execution Contribute to and help develop the annual internal audit plan based on enterprise risk assessments, operational priorities, and emerging trends.
Plan and execute financial, operational, IT, and compliance audits in accordance with professional standards and internal methodologies.
Provide meaningful insights and updates for Audit Committee materials, including audit results, trends, and emerging risks.
Risk & Control Advisory Partner with senior leaders to evaluate risks, enhance processes, and strengthen internal controls.
Identify opportunities to modernize and improve the control environment using automation, analytics, workflow tools, and AI-enabled solutions.
Support enterprise risk management activities and other special projects as business needs evolve.
Advise leadership on regulatory changes, emerging cybersecurity risks, and internal control best practices.
Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and progress updates to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.
Build strong, collaborative relationships across Finance, Legal, IT, and Operations to ensure alignment and timely issue resolution.
Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate effective and transparent information sharing.

Benefits

Highly competitive pay + bonus plan
Three different medical plans to suit your and your family's needs
Dental and Vision insurance
Flexible PTO plan
401k program
Employee HSA and FSA
Complimentary greens
An opportunity to make a real impact on the people around you, both by growing them and by connecting them to real food
To live the sweetlife and celebrate your passion + purpose
A collaborative team of people who live our core values and have your back
A clear career path with opportunities for development, both personally and professionally
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