Internal Audit Manager

Who we are

We’re a committed team of legal professionals who serve as trusted advisors, providing comprehensive legal support to ensure compliance, mitigate risk, and drive business objectives. We also play a vital role in shaping ethical company policies and initiatives. With a deep understanding of the technology industry and its unique legal challenges, our team combines legal expertise with a forward-thinking mindset.  

About the right team member

The Manager of Internal Audit is responsible for managing and executing reviews and evaluations of internal controls across key processes, business operations, and regulatory requirements. This role provides valuable recommendations on controls, identifies risk areas, and advises on strategic business initiatives, including new product launches and system implementations. The successful candidate will influence change and decision-making by applying a thoughtful, risk-based approach to business operations.

About the role

• Assist and/or lead audit planning activities, including risk assessments, audit scoping, and annual planning
• Manage and execute the SOX compliance program, ensuring effective internal controls over financial reporting
• Design, develop, and execute financial, operational, and compliance audit programs to identify and address relevant risks
• Conduct walkthroughs of key business processes and controls
• Develop and enhance control narratives/flowcharts, internal audit programs, and work papers
• Identify and document control exceptions; follow up with process owners on remediation efforts and assist in process improvement
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Accounting, Finance, GRC, and various operational teams (domestic and international)
• Provide insights and recommendations on process automation, AI-driven control enhancements, and system implementations
• Effectively and efficiently execute the annual audit plan
• Serve as a liaison between Accounting & Finance and external auditors to ensure timely remediation of identified audit issues

Skills & experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of internal audit, risk management, and/or compliance experience in a public company, high-growth tech company, or Big 4 Accounting Firm (or equivalent), including:
• Managing a SOX/internal controls program
• Scoping, leading, executing, and reporting on internal audits
• Identifying, documenting, and following up on control deficiencies/gaps to ensure adequate remediation
• Driving operational and process improvements
• Extensive knowledge of financial and operational auditing, with the ability to create targeted audit reports in a business context
• Experience in fast-paced, dynamic environments, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities effectively
• Strong partnership skills, serving as a strategic thought partner to business stakeholders on risk and control matters related to projects, process changes, and system implementations
• Proven ability to design, document, and test financial controls
• Familiarity and experience with SOX 404A/404B requirements, COSO framework, GAAP accounting, IPO readiness, and SEC reporting requirements
• Comfortable engaging with various levels of management, including SVPs and Executives
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently across all levels of management and cross-functional teams
• Detail-oriented, self-directed, organized, and deadline-driven
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• CPA, CIA, or similar certification strongly preferred
• Experience with Workiva/wDesk and NetSuite strongly preferred

Pay Transparency

It is Mindbody’s intent to pay all Team Members competitive wages and salaries that are motivational, fair, and equitable. The goal of Mindbody’s compensation program is to be transparent, attract potential employees, meet the needs of all current employees, and encourage Team Members to stay with our organization.

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

The base salary range for this position in the United States is $106,100 - $132,600. The total compensation package for this position may also include a performance bonus, stock, benefits, and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.