Director, Internal Audit

About Pantheon

Pantheon is the WebOps platform for websites that deliver extraordinary results. We believe in putting the magic of the internet in everyone’s hands. That’s why we’re so passionate about helping developers, IT and marketing develop, test, and release website changes faster and more reliably so they can build and maintain websites that create value for their organizations. Our cloud native software makes it easy to securely manage a single website or thousands of websites across multiple teams in one platform.

Pantheon’s core values are Trust, Teamwork, Passion, and Customers First. At Pantheon, we work hard and play harder, valuing individuality, humor, and balance. We're enthusiastic participants in several open-source communities and have real relationships with many of our most active customers. If all of this sounds interesting to you, read on!

The Role

As the Director of Internal Audit at Pantheon, you will oversee all aspects of our internal audit function, including conducting risk assessments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and evaluating financial processes and systems. Your role is crucial in identifying weaknesses and areas for improvement, providing recommendations to enhance internal controls and processes, and safeguarding the integrity of our financial operations.

Our mission is to perform independent, risk-based assessments to improve operations, compliance, risk management, and overall success. You will collaborate with stakeholders to understand and manage Pantheon’s key risks. The ideal candidate has SOC/internal audit experience, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to learn quickly. This role is pivotal in driving improvements in our controls.

What You Need To Succeed

• Manage and oversee the execution of performance, compliance, operational, and financial audits. Analyze findings and prepare reports on the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Create and maintain internal audit policies, procedures, and work standards. Prepare and execute risk-based audit plans, including strategic and annual plans.
• Provide recommendations to improve the company's operational and financial activities and contribute to the enhancement of risk management and governance processes.
• Design and maintain the organizational structure for the internal audit function. Oversee recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of internal audit staff. Provide training and facilitate professional development.
• Establish an internal monitoring function to ensure compliance with internal controls and periodically report status and findings to the board.
• Conduct risk assessments, including the company’s ERM process, and lead internal controls over financial reporting.
• Manage SOC 2 requirements, including documentation, testing, and remediation.
• Maintain strong partner relationships to support company transformation and emerging risks.
• Ensure the quality and timeliness of audit engagements, review work papers, and update SOC documentation.
• Provide guidance on control deficiencies and process changes, and develop actionable recommendations. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support audit and SOC activities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management, promoting effective governance, risk management, and control enhancements. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and stay current with industry developments and regulatory changes.
  
  

What You Bring To The Table

• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience.
• 8-10 years of experience as an external or internal auditor.
• Understanding of US GAAP, SOC requirements, COSO framework, and the audit process.
• Knowledge of auditing standards, SOC and IIA standards, risk and controls standards, and business process best practices.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills with strong attention to detail.
• Effective time management and organization skills.
• Strong ability to develop and execute audit strategies, maintain effective partner relationships, and provide actionable insights to improve Pantheon’s controls and processes.
• Experience in a public accounting firm or a large public company is an added plus.
  
  

What We Offer

We have all the usual perks and benefits but what we can really offer you is a fantastic work environment powered by an amazing team.

• Industry competitive compensation and equity plan
• Flexible time off, sick days, and 13 paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical insurance including Health, Dental and Vision
• Paid parental leave (plus fertility, adoption and other family planning benefits)
• In-office workspace (San Francisco)
• Monthly allowance for wellness, reading and access to LinkedIn Learning for continued development
• Events and activities both team-based and company wide that inspire, educate and cultivate
  
  

Pantheon is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law. Pantheon complies with federal and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the interview process, please contact talent@pantheon.io. Pursuant to local and federal regulations, Pantheon will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

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