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Lambda, a leader in AI cloud infrastructure serving tens of thousands of customers from researchers to enterprises and hyperscalers, is seeking an Internal Audit Lead for Finance & Operations. This senior-level role combines hands-on SOX testing with leadership and stakeholder engagement, reporting to the Head of Internal Audit.
Key responsibilities include leading the annual SOX 404 testing program for finance and accounting processes (revenue recognition, procure-to-pay, record-to-report, treasury, payroll). You will lead process walkthroughs, design assessments, and control testing; review work from co-sourced and internal testers; and partner with finance process owners to validate control design and address evolving risks. You'll coordinate with cross-functional teams to assess design, recommend improvements, and drive projects addressing control gaps. The role requires monitoring business process changes, evaluating their impact on the control environment, and presenting findings to leadership and stakeholders.
You will manage ICFR and SOX 404 documentation including COSO framework mapping, process narratives, flowcharts, risk matrices, and testing approaches. You'll identify, assess, and document control deficiencies, evaluate severity and impact, and work with managers and process owners to develop and track remediation plans. As the primary point of contact for ICFR and SOX testing, you'll provide training and advisory support to finance process owners on compliance expectations and best practices.
Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; 10+ years of progressive internal audit, external audit, or SOX program management experience; at least 2+ years in a managerial or supervisory role; Big Four or equivalent experience; deep expertise in SOX, ICFR, and risk-based audit approaches; strong knowledge of COSO, PCAOB standards, U.S. GAAP, and regulatory requirements; proficiency in audit management tools (AuditBoard, Workiva) and project management tools (JIRA); and proficiency with ERP systems and financial close tools. CPA, CIA, or CISA certification is strongly preferred.
Desired skills include proven leadership and team management abilities, exceptional communication and executive presence, strategic thinking balancing risk management and operational efficiency, and strong organizational skills for managing complex projects. Nice-to-have qualifications include experience with data analytics and automated testing tools, exposure to emerging technologies (cloud, cybersecurity, RPA), experience in fast-growth or global organizations, history of partnering with external auditors, involvement in internal audit transformation initiatives, and active participation in professional organizations like IIA or ISACA.
The position requires presence in the San Jose or San Francisco office 4 days per week, with Tuesday designated as the work-from-home day.
