Senior Director, Internal Audit & Sox Compliance

Integral Ad Science (IAS) is a global technology and data company that builds verification, optimization, and analytics solutions for the advertising industry and we’re looking for a Senior Director, Audit and Sox Compliance. If you are excited by technology that has the power to handle hundreds of thousands of transactions per second; collect tens of billions of events each day; and evaluate thousands of data-points in real-time all while responding in just a few milliseconds, then IAS is the place for you!

To support the business, our primary mission is to perform independent and objective, risk-based assessments of IAS activities and related controls with the goal of improving operations, compliance, risk management and overall success and execution. This candidate must have SOX/internal audit experience, the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders, strong communication skills, and a proven ability and desire to learn quickly. 

What you’ll do as the Senior Director, Internal Audit and Sox Compliance:​

• Develop and implement an internal audit strategy aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
• Manage the audit schedule and staffing of audits included in the annual audit plan. Be responsible for all aspects of SOX 404 requirements
• Drive the overall execution of audit engagements and actively manage the quality and timeliness of completed work.
• Review team members’ work papers to ensure appropriate documentation and support aligned with internal quality control standards / the Institute of Internal Auditor’s International Professional Practices Framework
• Lead testing of the SOX internal controls framework by performing walkthroughs, identifying risks, defining and reviewing testing procedures, and identifying control gaps
• Update and maintain SOX process documentation, including flowcharts, narratives, and risk and controls matrices
• Oversee IT general controls and other projects, as needed, through co-source arrangements.
• Provide support and guidance to control owners as part of deficiency remediation efforts and as new systems are implemented or processes change
• Develop and communicate clear, concise, actionable and practical observations and recommendations for addressing control gaps and enhancing the control environment and activities
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders (process owners, external auditors, outsourced providers) to build strong relationships and support the coordination of internal audit and SOX activities
• Support the preparation of reporting materials to deliver to senior leadership of the Company and the Audit Committee
• Act as a trusted advisor to management, providing insights and recommendations to enhance business processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the internal audit function, incorporating best practices and emerging trends in audit methodologies.
• Stay abreast of industry developments and changes in regulatory requirements to ensure the internal audit function remains effective and relevant.

What you'll need:

• A BA/BS degree OR equivalent years of experience
• 10+ years of experience as an external or internal auditor with a public accounting firm or large public company
• Tech or Advertising industry experience preferred
• Knowledge of US GAAP, auditing standards, Sarbanes-Oxley, IIA Professional Practices and Standards, risk and controls standards and business process best practices
• Excellent communication, collaboration and presentation skills and strong attention to detail
• Effective time management and organization skills with the ability to excel under pressure
• Big 4 experience and certifications in accounting or auditing are preferred including a CPA, CA and/or CIA

New York Applicants: The salary range for this position is $161,000 - $276,000. Actual pay may vary based on experience or geographic location.

About Integral Ad Science

Equal Opportunity Employer:

IAS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to our diversity and inclusiveness. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, nationality, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability or age. We strongly encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, people with disabilities and veterans to apply.

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To learn more about us, please visit http://integralads.com/ 

Attention agency/3rd party recruiters: IAS does not accept any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles. If you are interested in becoming an IAS recruiting partner, please send an email introducing your company to [email protected]. We will get back to you if there's interest in a partnership.

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