Technology Internal Audit Manager

Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment. The blocks that form our foundational teams — People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more — provide support and guidance at the corporate level. They work across business groups and around the globe, spanning time zones and disciplines to develop inclusive People policies, forecast finances, give legal counsel, safeguard systems, nurture new initiatives, and more. Every challenge creates possibilities, and we need different perspectives to see them all. Bring yours to Block.

The Role

Block is seeking a Technology Internal Audit Manager. This role is responsible for partnering with the Technology Internal Audit Lead, Other Internal Audit Managers and process owners in developing and executing our Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program. In addition, this role will also be involved in other responsibilities such as implementing a formal risk-based operational audit methodology, and supporting various regulatory compliance requirements.   

The ideal candidate will have exceptional project management and organizational skills including the ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization, including with senior members of Accounting, Finance, and Engineering. Superior analytical skills and strong business acumen are also critical success factors. The ideal candidate possesses fin-tech experience, with a focus on end-to-end SOX Compliance. The candidate must have a firm grasp of key technology processes and SOX methodologies (controls design, risk assessment, IT General Controls (ITGCs), Automated Controls (ITACs), etc.) and knowledge of process flow mapping, design and documentation of controls, controls testing, evaluation of control deficiencies and remediation plans. Additionally, the candidate must have the ability to effectively collaborate with Internal Audit’s external partners (external auditors, outsourcing partners, control owners) who assist us with SOX testing.

You Will

• Working within the Technology Internal Audit team and taking ownership of all assigned audit projects, which includes developing and tracking project timelines, partnering with both internal and external resources, and reporting on the conclusions and observations identified.
• Being a subject matter expert in SOX Technology compliance across multiple systems, environments, and business units.
• Partner with the Head of Technology Audit and other Business Process Audit Managers to expand Block’s Audit program and help implement a global risk-based operational audit methodology.
• Drive delivery of internal audit plan in accordance with established methodology and agreed quality standards while meeting or exceeding key performance indicators
• Build strong relationships with our internal and external partners (process owners, co-sourcing partners, and external auditors)
• Help drive consistency, efficiency, and quality excellence of our SOX and operational audit methodology, procedures, and documentations
• Proactively anticipate business partner needs and opportunities for involvement
• Manage special audit projects in an ad-hoc manner

You Have

• 5+ years in roles with experience in managing and testing SOX controls at a well-disciplined organization where best practices are integral to the management of the business.
• A BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required;  Big 4 firm experience highly preferred.
• Advanced understanding of accounting systems and on-premises systems, SOX/audit methodologies, and risk management within a complex, technology, financial services or regulated business.
• Understanding of SaaS and PaaS providers and the business and technology risk associated with these products.   
• Excellent communication and interpersonal and presentation skills, including outstanding ability to summarize complex issues into succinct communications for a wide range of internal and external executive constituents.
• Strong experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills with ability to analyze complex technology problems and make sound business decisions.
• Strong drive for results and success, conveying a sense of urgency and driving issues to closure in a fast-paced, evolving business and risk environment.
• Proactive leader with unquestionable integrity and discretion.
• Professional Certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, etc.) is preferred.

We’re working to build a more inclusive economy where our customers have equal access to opportunity, and we strive to live by these same values in building our workplace. Block is an equal opportunity employer evaluating all employees and job applicants without regard to identity or any legally protected class. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment on our team, and always assess candidates on an individualized basis.

We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, who will treat these requests as confidentially as possible. Want to learn more about what we’re doing to build a workplace that is fair and square? Check out our I+D page.