Sr. Manager, Financial Risk & Compliance

Intuitive•Sunnyvale, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Manager, Financial Risk & Compliance manages organizational risk related to financial reporting and operational processes, establishes policies and monitoring procedures, advises on effective controls, and partners with business teams to mitigate risks and promote best practices. The role contributes to the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program and supports the organization’s financial integrity. The position develops and oversees risk management strategies, leads assessments of emerging financial reporting risks, evaluates risks from technologies and system changes, and advises business and finance teams on governance, risk management, implementations, and transformation initiatives. It oversees the design and improvement of internal controls, tracks SOX program metrics, and drives control-environment improvements. The role also coordinates with Internal Audit and external auditors, leads control remediation, maintains audit documentation, supports SOX governance and executive reporting, and provides training on financial reporting risks, controls, and compliance responsibilities. The position requires working onsite at Intuitive’s Sunnyvale, California office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays each week. Intuitive may require current proof of vaccination against certain diseases, including COVID-19, depending on the role. Compensation includes base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity; target compensation ranges are listed in the posting, though no figures are provided in the supplied text.

Requirements

At least 8 years of relevant experience.
Strong accounting and financial reporting expertise, including U.S. GAAP.
In-depth knowledge of the COSO Framework, PCAOB Auditing Standards, SOX 404 risk and control requirements, and relevant industry regulations and best practices.
Exceptional root cause analysis skills, including investigating complex issues and proposing effective solutions.
Leadership skills and a proven ability to influence and motivate others to drive results.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex topics clearly and concisely to audiences at different levels.
Strong project management skills to prioritize effectively and deliver results on time.
Experience operating in SAP or a similar ERP system, as well as knowledge of business and operational processes affecting financial reporting.
Strategic mindset and ability to navigate organizational change, assess risks, and make sound decisions as the organization grows and becomes more complex.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or an equivalent field.
CPA or equivalent certification.
Ability to work onsite at the Sunnyvale, California office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday every week.

Nice To Haves

Big 4 or public accounting experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and oversee risk management strategies, policies, and procedures related to financial reporting and operational processes.
Lead risk assessments to identify emerging financial reporting risks arising from business growth, process changes, system implementations, acquisitions, organizational changes, and other evolving business activities.
Assess risks associated with emerging technologies, automation, and AI-enabled solutions that may affect financial reporting processes and controls.
Prepare and present recommendations to senior leadership on financial reporting and compliance implications of new applications, technologies, and system implementations.
Advise business and finance teams on governance, risk management, system implementations, and process transformation initiatives.
Oversee the design and enhancement of internal controls with process owners, ensuring controls are effective, efficient, scalable, and aligned with financial reporting objectives.
Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate controls and compliance activities while maintaining an effective control environment.
Develop and monitor SOX and financial reporting control program metrics, and recommend improvements to program effectiveness, efficiency, and quality.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen the quality, consistency, and scalability of the control environment and compliance programs.
Coordinate with Internal Audit and external auditors on walkthroughs, testing, deficiency evaluations, and remediation activities.
Lead tracking and coordination of control enhancements and remediation across process owners, ensuring timely implementation and sustainable outcomes.
Ensure completeness, accuracy, and quality of audit and control documentation, including remediation support and management responses.
Support SOX program governance, including committee materials, executive reporting, action-item tracking, and monitoring program initiatives.
Develop and deliver training, workshops, and educational programs on financial reporting risks, controls, and compliance responsibilities.