The Squarespace Finance team is seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Internal Controls Lead to join our growing team! You will partner with Accounting, Engineering, Legal, HR and Leadership to execute an internal controls strategy for Squarespace’s fast-paced, high growth business. The Internal Controls Lead will be a proactive member of the finance team with a strong background and track record of assessing and improving control environments. You should be comfortable in driving outcomes and managing processes with cross functional teams as well as providing solutions to complex issues
This role reports into the Senior Manager, Internal Controls and is a hybrid role working from our NYC office 3 days per week
You’ll Get To… Assist in driving Finance’s AI strategy by designing a control environment that enables the safe deployment and use of AI system/tools Own the process of designing, executing and maintaining an effective internal control environment over financial reporting and adjacent processes
Manage the SOX testing lifecycle from planning walkthroughs to interim & year end testing
Partner with process owners to perform root cause analyses and design effective, sustainable remediation plans. Track remediation progress to ensure timely resolution
Ensure risk assessment and control frameworks are in place, and running effectively and efficiently Create and maintain internal control narratives, flowcharts and risk matrices Support the Internal Controls Management in identifying key business and technology risks and mitigation strategies Who We’re Looking For 6-7+ years of experience in internal controls, internal and/or external audit & accounting Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required Relevant certifications such as CIA, CISA and/or CPA preferred Working knowledge of the COSO 2013 and COBIT frameworks Proven ability to execute controls and audit strategies to drive results Self-starter who demonstrates initiative and displays a high energy level Strong organizational, prioritization and process improvement skills Effective communication skills Benefits & Perks A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums Fertility and adoption benefits Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage Headspace mindfulness app subscription Global Employee Assistance Program Retirement benefits with employer match Flexible paid time off 12 weeks paid parental leave and family care leave Pretax commuter benefit Education reimbursement Employee donation match to community organizations 7 Global Employee Resource Grou