Head of SOX and Internal Audit

Summary

We are looking for a Head of SOX and Internal Audit to lead our team (or "YAR", for Yelp Assessment of Risk). This person will report to both the Chair of the Audit Committee and the CFO while working closely with the Corporate Controller as well as our independent, external auditor, Deloitte. Your time will be split about evenly between SOX and Internal Audit, with SOX supervision covering both business process controls as well as IT controls.

Importantly, we are looking for a leader who can work across Yelp to help drive continuous improvement in the way that we operate through a high level of engagement with both finance and business partners.

Founded in 2014, the YAR team has evolved to be a trusted partner in achieving the Company’s goals and objectives. You will be leading a team already committed to helping each other grow as we provide a unique platform to attract, develop, and train talented professionals.

We’d love to have you apply, even if you don’t feel you meet every single requirement in this posting. At Yelp, we’re looking for great people, not just those who simply check off all the boxes. This is a full-time remote role based in the United States.

What you'll do:

• Partner with the Audit Committee and CFO/Controller to develop our internal audit strategy and roadmap.
• Refine, execute, and maintain a comprehensive, global risk and governance framework while incorporating data analytics along with new auditing techniques and practices.
• Provide leadership in educating and driving a company-wide culture of process effectiveness while communicating the importance of a strong control environment.
• Continue to develop a dynamic team by providing motivation and opportunities for professional growth.
• Ensure a culture of transparency and accountability with team members and the broader organization.
• Uphold a high standard for integrity and ethics across Yelp.
• Advance our financial reporting risk identification, assessment and control framework throughout the organization by partnering with business leaders.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key executives across Yelp.
• Provide regular updates to the Audit Committee.
• Oversee the entire SOX process and collaborate with our independent external auditor and external consultants to ensure efficient and effective coverage of ICFR.
• Lead the SOX 404 compliance program and related activities for business process controls and ITGCs, such as reviewing the design and implementation of key controls over financial reporting, management's testing and remediation of control gaps.
• Plan and review audit testing (ICFR and Operational Audit), including review of flowcharts, narratives, and reports to document processes and controls.
• Partner with Engineering teams to design, implement, and test internal controls over internally developed systems.
• Engage with the broader industry through interaction with peers, experts, speaking engagements, conference panels, and published articles.
• Influence the industry in areas of process, technology, risk and governance methods.

What it takes to succeed:

• 15+ years of experience in Accounting, Auditing, Compliance, or related fields preferred.
• 5 years of experience leading an internal audit function preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting and professional certification with CPA/CIA/CISA preferred.
• Experience with SOX and risk management in publicly traded companies or public accounting firms (e.g. Big 4).
• Deep understanding of PCAOB standards, SOX requirements, and COSO framework.
• Experience leading an Internal Audit department with the ability to set the tone for a strong compliance culture.
• Technical knowledge of internal controls and the ability to identify risks in business and IT processes including system interdependencies.
• Experience facilitating training and awareness for SOX initiatives at a large scale.
• Experience with complex transactions, acquisitions, divestitures, accounting methods.
• Problem solver who can critically think through complex problems, find solutions and communicate results to the team.

What you'll get:

• Effective your first day: Full medical, vision, and dental
• 15 days PTO (accrual begins on date of hire and increases with 2+ years of tenure thereafter), 12 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Up to 14 weeks of parental leave
• Monthly wellness subsidy
• Work from home reimbursement
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Compensation range for this position is $220,000 - $300,000 annually. You may also be offered a bonus, restricted stock units, and benefits.

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