Senior Manager, Internal Audit & SOX (Business Process)

Joby Aviation • San Carlos, CA

23h • $165,000

About The Position

Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.
Overview
We are seeking a results-driven Senior Manager, Internal Audit & SOX to lead and evolve Joby’s SOX program with a strong emphasis on business process controls, while partnering effectively with IT, Security, and Development teams. This role will manage SOX 404 activities end-to-end, drive remediation and continuous improvement, and serve as a key liaison to external auditors and cross-functional stakeholders. The role will also be responsible for day-to-day oversight of our co- source provider, ensuring high-quality execution, on-time delivery, and strong alignment with Joby’s risk posture and operating model.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of progressive experience in SOX or internal audit at public companies, auditor of public companies at a Big Four accounting firm, or a combination
• In-depth knowledge of SOX requirements, COSO framework and internal control principles
• Demonstrated experience leading SOX programs and partnering cross-functionally to deliver results
• Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies and standards and adept at assessing complex processes to identify potential financial, operational and compliance risks warranting audit attention
• Working knowledge of ITGCs and how they impact automated controls, interfaces, and IT-dependent manual controls
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to influence and collaborate with partners at all levels
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar certification
• Experience with Dynamics 365 and / or NetSuite
• Experience with internally developed software and tools
• Familiarity with emerging AI governance standards
• Exposure to manufacturing operations, inventory/costing, and international entities.
• Prior experience scaling or optimizing a SOX program (automation, rationalization, control redesign).

Responsibilities

• Manage the Company’s SOX compliance program end-to-end, including annual planning, risk assessment, scoping, control design evaluation, walkthroughs, operative effective testing, deficiency evaluation, and reporting.
• Lead the design, documentation, and testing of business process controls.
• Manage and direct co-source provider and other consultants.
• Partner with process owners to implement practical control enhancements that improve effectiveness and reduce operational burden (automation, standardization, workflow approvals, monitoring controls).
• Coordinate with IT stakeholders to ensure appropriate coverage and testing of ITGCs, including driving timely remediation.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors on control matters; manage timelines, requests, and issue resolution.
• Evaluate control deficiencies and develop clear, supportable conclusions and remediation plans.
• Develop and deliver SOX training and enablement for control owners, including guidance on evidence expectations and sustainable control operation.
• Support internal audit activities and special projects, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with preparation of audit findings, recommendations and action plans to senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely and effective remediation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and department heads to identify and assess risks and controls in business processes.
• Mentor, coach and develop team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.

Benefits

• Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior