Senior Internal Auditor
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to support and help evolve our Internal Audit function. This role is ideal for a hands-on audit professional who is eager to contribute across SOX compliance, operational audits, enterprise risk management, and audit analytics within a fast-paced, high-growth SaaS environment. Reporting to Internal Audit leadership, you will partner with stakeholders across Technology, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Security, and other business functions to evaluate risk, strengthen internal controls, and identify opportunities to improve business processes. You will play a key role in executing risk-based audit activities while helping the team leverage automation, data analytics, and continuous monitoring techniques to enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency. The ideal candidate has experience with SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit execution within a public company, public accounting, or technology-focused environment. You are intellectually curious, analytical, highly collaborative, and comfortable operating in an Agile environment.
Requirements
- B.S. in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems or related area
- Professional certification such as CPA, CIA or CISA
- 3 years minimum relevant experience, including Public Accounting or industry experience
- Software/SaaS or Technology industry experience with subscription and professional services revenue
- Demonstrated experience with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, internal controls (ideally, both financial process and IT General Controls), and risk management within a corporate environment.
- Strong skills in data analysis, including writing SQL queries, understanding database structures, and extracting actionable insights from complex datasets.
- Proven track record of supporting audits, note-taking, and facilitating meetings, ideally in international settings.
- Strong leadership skills, high EQ and proactive problem solving approach
- Ability to collaborate with onshore and offshore team(s)
Nice To Haves
- Experience using Workiva GRC platform is a plus
- Experience with agile project management methodologies a plus
Responsibilities
- Perform SOX testing activities, including walkthroughs, control testing, documentation updates, deficiency tracking, and remediation validation.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and co-source providers to facilitate audit execution and evidence collection.
- Monitor and validate remediation activities to ensure timely resolution of identified issues and control deficiencies.
- Assist in the execution of risk-based operational, compliance, financial, and technology audits from planning through reporting.
- Support audit planning activities by conducting risk assessments, gathering information, and preparing audit workpapers.
- Assess business processes, automated controls, and system implementations to identify control gaps and process improvement opportunities.
- Support quarterly Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) activities, including risk identification, risk scoring, mitigation tracking, and reporting.
- Leverage data analytics and audit tools to enhance testing effectiveness, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
- Support continuous monitoring, automation, and AI-driven audit initiatives to improve audit coverage and efficiency.
- Leverage tools such as Jira, Workiva, and data analytics platforms to enhance audit execution, documentation, and reporting processes.
- Support preparation in clear and concise audit reports, presentations, and executive-ready communications that summarize risks, observations, and recommendations.
- Facilitate meetings, document key discussions and action items, and effectively communicate audit results to stakeholders.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of Internal Audit methodologies, standards, and operational practices.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation that may include equity
- Retirement and Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Flexible paid time off
- Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
- Family services that include fertility benefits and equal paid parental leave
- Professional development supported by formal career pathing, learning platforms, and a yearly learning stipend
- A curated in-office employee experience, designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
- Opportunities to give back to your community, including an annual company-wide Volunteer Week and donation matching
- Employee Resource Groups that provide supportive communities within Braze
- Collaborative, transparent, and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
