Senior Manager, Internal Audit

In this role, you will:

• Design and execute Kodiak’s internal audit strategy and annual risk-based audit plan.
• Lead the implementation, testing, and continuous improvement of the company’s SOX 404 compliance program.
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, Legal, Engineering, and other teams to assess risk and strengthen internal controls across financial and operational processes.
• Conduct internal audits, develop audit reports, and communicate findings and actionable recommendations to finance and business leadership.
• Develop and maintain internal audit policies, methodologies, and documentation standards consistent with public company best practices.
• Manage co-sourced audit resources and coordinate with external consultants and advisors as needed.
• Early identification of control gaps within the organization.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on internal controls and compliance issues during process changes, system implementations, and organizational scaling.
• Promote a culture of accountability, ethical conduct, and continuous improvement.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required. CPA, CIA, or CISA strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting (Big 4 a plus), or internal controls roles at a public company.
• Deep understanding of SOX 404, COSO framework, and risk-based audit practices.
• Experience implementing, managing, or supporting SOX compliance programs in a high-growth or newly public company environment — including from the external auditor side.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to execute audits from planning through reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to influence and collaborate across levels and departments.
• Experience working in technology, transportation, logistics, or manufacturing industries is a plus.
• Self-starter with a hands-on, detail-oriented approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies
• Our office is centrally located in Mountain View, CA
• Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, a fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA
• Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)