Senior Manager, Internal Audit

At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world’s largest networks that powers millions of websites and other Internet properties for customers ranging from individual bloggers to SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. Cloudflare protects and accelerates any Internet application online without adding hardware, installing software, or changing a line of code. Internet properties powered by Cloudflare all have web traffic routed through its intelligent global network, which gets smarter with every request. As a result, they see significant improvement in performance and a decrease in spam and other attacks. Cloudflare was named to Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top Company Cultures list and ranked among the World’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company. 

We realize people do not fit into neat boxes. We are looking for curious and empathetic individuals who are committed to developing themselves and learning new skills, and we are ready to help you do that. We cannot complete our mission without building a diverse and inclusive team. We hire the best people based on an evaluation of their potential and support them throughout their time at Cloudflare. Come join us! 

Available Job Locations: Austin, TX OR San Francisco, CA

About the Department

The Internal Audit (IA) organization is responsible for delivering high-quality, objective and independent assurance over Cloudflare’s key business risks to the Audit Committee and Management consistent with Professional Standards. Reflecting the Company’s core value of continuous improvement, the function is in the process of moving toward wider coverage of operational risks, exploring more efficient audit approaches and industry best practices where appropriate. 

The Internal Audit Senior Manager is responsible for leading and managing Cloudflare’s operational audit plan to ensure the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. This role involves planning, executing, and overseeing a variety of audit engagements, as well as providing valuable insights and recommendations to senior management. 

What you'll do

• Lead and manage the execution of the Internal Audit plan - operational audit planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, issues validation, reporting, and monitoring 
• Ensure audits are completed on time, within scope, and in accordance with professional standards and company policies
• Prepare audit workpapers and reports with minimal intervention
• Prepare clear, concise, and well-documented audit reports with actionable recommendations for improvements
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to Internal Audit leaders, senior management, other stakeholders
• Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure timely and effective implementation of corrective actions
• Supervise and mentor other internal auditors, providing guidance, training, and development opportunities
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and high performance 
• Ensure adherence to professional standards and maintain a high level of competence
• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in internal auditing
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization
• Be a trusted advisor to the business, providing insights and recommendations on risk management and control improvements
• Promote a strong ethical culture and adherence to the company's code of conduct and policies
• Identify opportunities to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of internal audit processes and methodologies
• Promote the use of data analytics and other innovative tools to improve audit quality and insights
• Drive personal professional development, including training & certification
• Report to the Director of Internal Audit

Examples of desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• 8+ years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or related field with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge and proven track record in applying internal auditing and accounting principles and practices, specifically audit methodologies, risk assessment, sampling techniques, audit documentation and report writing
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Proficiency in audit software, data a