Senior Manager, Internal Audit & SOX - IT

The Internal Audit team at Freshworks is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Senior Manager IT Internal Audit to join our dynamic and growing function. This individual will play a critical leadership role in strengthening the efficiency effectiveness and scalability of Freshworks IT control environment with a primary focus on IT SOX compliance system implementation audits and broader IT governance initiatives.

As a key member of the Internal Audit leadership team the Senior Manager will oversee day-to-day IT audit operations and be responsible for managing and developing audit professionals. The role demands a deep understanding of IT General Controls (ITGCs) application controls and complex IT environments along with exceptional stakeholder management capabilities to liaise effectively with internal IT and business teams external auditors and control owners. This is a high-impact role offering strategic visibility ownership and growth.
 

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the IT SOX audit lifecycle including scoping risk assessment control evaluation testing issue remediation and reporting.
• Develop and execute a risk-based IT audit plan in alignment with enterprise goals and regulatory expectations. 
• Cultivate strong relationships with internal stakeholders across IT Security Engineering and Business Units. Serve as a key liaison to external auditors ensuring timely accurate and collaborative audit execution.
• Evaluate major IT projects (including ERP and system implementations) for control adequacy and project risk. Lead pre- and post-implementation reviews to ensure compliance with SOX and data security requirements.
• Validate audit findings with process and control owners prepare and submit audit findings and remediation recommendations to the management track and ensure timely remediation of audit findings. 
• Provide periodic training to IT control owners on SOX principles testing protocols and regulatory expectations to drive compliance readiness across the enterprise.
• Provide strategic direction and mentorship to IT audit staff. Drive a performance-oriented collaborative and accountable team culture.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Management information Systems Computer science or related fields 
• Minimum 8 - 10 years experience in IT Auditing and risk management with at least 4 years in a leadership capacity.
• Previous Big Four experience is strongly preferred 
• CISA CIA or related certifications is required
• Technical knowledge of a wide range of IT areas including software development and implementation IT infrastructure cloud technology and data security. 
• Hands on experience with Cybersecurity Audit and AI 
• Experience with risk assessment frameworks such as NIST ISO 27001
• Ability to think strategically and plan effectively with attention to detail and a strong ownership ethic.  

Key Competencies 

• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple audits/projects concurrently re-prioritize effectively assign tasks strategically and deliver to tight deadlines.
• Ability to think holistically about enterprise risks while executing with precision and ownership.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Able to present complex audit findings to senior leadership clearly and confidently. 
• Builds and leads high-performing teams. Coaches mentors and inspires team members to achieve their best.
• A strong desire to learn and get into the details in order to identify risks and help build mitigation plans.

Additional Information :

The annual base salary range for this position is $166100 - 238855 USD

Compensation is based on a variety of factors including but not limited to location experience job-related skills and level. Bonus/equity may be available.

Please note this is a hybrid role that requires an in-office presence 3 days / week (Tue-Thur)

Freshworks offers multiple options for dental medical vision disability and life insurances. Equity ESPP flexible PTO flexible spending commuter benefits and wellness benefits are also offered. Freshworks also offers adoption and parental leave benefits.

At Freshworks we are creating a global workplace that enables everyone to find their true potential purpose and passion irrespective of their background gender race sexual orientation religion and ethnicity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant richer work environment that advances the goals of our employees communities and the business.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time