Senior Business Risk and AI Automation
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Position Overview
We're seeking a highly motivated and analytical Senior, Business Risk and AI Automation, to play a pivotal role in building an AI-first internal audit and risk function. This role is the first of its kind and an opportunity for an audit individual with a passion for technology and innovation to drive the future of assurance and risk through AI and automation. You will be at the forefront of our efforts to build and scale an industry-leading AI assurance program. While your initial focus will be on leveraging agentic AI to transform SOX testing, you'll have opportunities to impact cross-functional areas including core financial processes and platform regulatory risks and more. If you're eager to join a team that's shaping the future of risk and automation and influencing how mission-driven organizations operate, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
What You'll Do
- Architect and scale our SOX compliance program by designing, developing, and maintaining AI-driven testing that enhances accuracy, provides real-time insights, and reduces manual overhead.
- Spearhead the testing of core business process controls (e.g. financial reporting, revenue recognition, payroll and equity compensation, etc.) using agentic AI systems to identify and mitigate potential threats.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance and Accounting, Sales, People & Culture, Legal, and other key stakeholders to strengthen controls and drive business process improvements.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and champion for the use of AI and automation in risk management.
- Contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence within the Risk Advisory and Assurance team.
Who You Might Be
- An experienced professional with 2 to 4 years of experience in a Big 4 accounting firm, internal audit, and/or compliance function with a demonstrated passion for technology and automation.
- A subject matter expert with experience supporting internal controls and SOX testing in the technology industry, preferably platform companies.
- A self-motivated, results-oriented technology-first thinker with a proactive and creative approach to problem-solving. You seek 'what could be' and are driven to build it.
- A collaborator with a strong work ethic and enthusiasm for learning, who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, and/or CISSP preferred
- Controls testing experience, including business process controls, entity-level controls, application controls, and key reports.
- Ability to assess complex processes to identify risks and opportunities for automation
- Hands-on experience leveraging AI tools and prompting (i.e., Google AI suite, ChatGPT, specialized AI audit tools, etc)
- Critical thinker that can focus on solutions and comfortable with ambiguity
Benefits
- Global Benefit programs that fit your lifestyle, from workspace to professional development to caregiving support
- Family Planning Support
- Gender-Affirming Care
- Mental Health & Coaching Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical Benefits & Health Care Spending Account
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching contributions
- Income Replacement Programs
- Flexible Vacation & Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Generous Paid Parental Leave
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