About the Role
The Senior Manager, Business Processes, SOX Program is a key leader within Internal Audit, responsible for transforming the global SOX business process audit program. This role drives a shift toward a more efficient, technology-enabled, and risk-focused approach, modernizing SOX execution through data, automation, and AI. The individual will serve as a strategic partner, ensuring a high-quality, scalable control assurance framework and acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of Internal Audit Plans.
- Manage risk assessment and business monitoring activities.
- Coordinate the process for reporting audit progress and findings to stakeholders.
- Execute internal audit projects from planning to reporting.
- Support the implementation of internal audit strategies and methodologies.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to less experienced team members.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Oversee annual SOX planning, including risk assessment, materiality, scoping, and timeline governance.
- Own and lead the end-to-end SOX lifecycle for business process controls (e.g., O2C, P2P, R2R).
- Lead and develop the SOX team and oversee co-sourcing partners.
- Partner with external auditors to ensure efficient, high-quality audits.
- Oversee control deficiencies, including identification, evaluation, remediation, and reporting.
- Ensure internal controls are effective, scalable, and aligned with business and regulatory requirements.
- Drive control optimization through automation, AI, and data analytics.
- Assess and mitigate risks associated with AI-enabled processes, including governance, data integrity, explainability, and auditability.
- Lead SOX readiness for new products, ERP implementations, system changes, and M&A integrations.
- Conduct technical accounting and process risk assessments.
- Advise Finance and business leaders on controls, risk management, and process improvements.
- Develop executive and Audit Committee reporting.
- Build strong cross-functional partnerships across Finance, IT, Product, Legal, and Operations.
- Communicate complex risk and control issues to senior leadership and influence decisions.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and talent development.
Requirements
- 8+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 8+ years of experience in public accounting, internal audit, consulting, or SOX program leadership.
- Proven experience leading and scaling enterprise SOX programs.
- Experience modernizing SOX programs through automation, analytics, and AI.
- Strong knowledge of financial processes, technical accounting, and risk frameworks (SOX, COBIT, NIST, ITIL, PCI, etc.).
- Experience supporting ERP implementations, system transformations, or M&A integrations.
- Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, operate independently, and balance strategic planning with execution.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
Skills
- Data analytics
- Automation
- AI
- SOX
- COBIT
- NIST
- ITIL
- PCI
- Project management
- Cross-functional leadership
- Communication
- Analytical skills
- Organizational skills
- Excel
- PowerPoint
Location
- San Jose, California
- Chicago, Illinois
- Austin, Texas
- Scottsdale, Arizona
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Senior Manager
- 8+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
- CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, or similar certification preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, IT, Computer Science, or related field preferred
Salary/Compensations
- San Jose, California | ($143,500.00 - $212,850.00 Annually)
- Chicago, Illinois | ($130,500.00 - $193,600.00 Annually)
- Austin, Texas | ($130,500.00 - $193,600.00 Annually)
- Scottsdale, Arizona | ($123,500.00 - $183,700.00 Annually)
- Additional compensation for this role may include an annual performance bonus, equity, or other incentive compensation, as applicable.
Benefits
- Comprehensive, choice-based programs to support physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
- Flexible, balanced work culture.
- Holistic approach to benefits.
- Generous paid time off.
- Healthcare coverage for you and your family.
- Resources to create financial security and support your mental health.
About the Company
- PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years, creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure.
- We empower consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy.
- We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers.
- Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day: Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness.
- PayPal is on a mission to revolutionize commerce globally, driving our company, industry, and society forward with vision and velocity.
Equal Opportunity
- PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
- In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
- We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.
