Director, Internal Audit

SailPoint is the leader in Identity Security. We harness the power of AI and machine learning, delivering the central control point for risk management for the enterprise.  SailPoint continues to grow globally and expanding our global presence creates opportunities to become a part of our awesome culture. 

We are a Gartner leader, high growth Identity Security SaaS organization: the only company with a multi-tenant, micro services-built SaaS IGA solution and AI /ML Identity Security platform. Organizations don’t know what data they have, let alone where it resides, and we help them answer those key questions. Identity security is the central control point for risk management for the enterprise: the easiest way to implement your digital transformation faster and reduce risk.

Our employees voted us “best places to work” – 10 years in a row.
 

This position is responsible for overseeing SailPoint’s Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) framework to ensure compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX). We are looking for a candidate who combines technical expertise, experience, strong collaboration skills, and project management proficiency. The role will lead management’s efforts in implementing SOX compliance, with a focus on coordinating ICFR processes.  Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will guide the scoping, documentation, and certification of internal controls. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of the controls framework and have a proven track record of building effective, proactive relationships with cross-functional teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Developing and executing the internal audit strategy
• Build and maintain the Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
• Excel as an individual contributor, quickly understanding the company’s business and IT environment while building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Navigate complex business processes and effectively manage ambiguity to drive decision-making and process improvements.
• Collaborate with a wide range of business roles, including technical software engineers, senior leaders, finance managers, and legal teams.
• Monitor and uphold the company’s internal control framework to ensure ongoing compliance with SOX requirements.
• Lead the implementation or revision of critical financial controls in response to process changes or identified control gaps.
• Apply strong analytical skills, sound business judgment, and a focus on controllership to influence organizational outcomes.
• Communicate complex issues clearly and succinctly in business terms, ensuring accessibility to diverse audiences.
• Develop and maintain up-to-date process flowcharts, detailing process descriptions, risks, financial statement assertions, and key controls.
• Demonstrate strong project management capabilities, coordinating internal and external audits, and efficiently managing multiple projects from start to finish.
• Translate risks into actionable business insights, prioritize findings, and work with auditors to resolve issues in alignment with corporate strategy.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior management, the Audit Committee, external auditors, and regulatory authorities
• Work closely with the Legal department regarding ethics, risk and regulatory matters

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other relevant professional certifications.
• 10+ years of experience in audit, with a preference for experience in large-scale or complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit standards, risk management, and governance practices from experience working at Big 4 audit firms and as an internal audit lead in public companies.
• Strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and at all organizational levels to drive sound business decisions.
• Solid working knowledge of US GAAP, SOX, COSO, and related accounting processes.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, including experience leading large-scale and global initiatives.
• Proven track record of building and growing high performing, engaged teams

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