[Hiring] Senior Manager, IT Internal Audit @Avalara

Role Description

As Senior Manager, IT Internal Audit, you will be a key member of the leadership team driving Avalara's internal audit strategy. Reporting directly to the VP of Internal Audit, you will own the vision and execution of our IT internal audit plan, lead Avalara's IT ICFR/SOX program end-to-end, and lead high-impact audits spanning IT, security, privacy and compliance risks.

This is a high-visibility role for an experienced audit leader who thrives at the intersection of technology and controls — someone who has operated in fast-moving SaaS environments and wants to build something, not just maintain it. You will work remotely from anywhere in the US, managing a team of internal and co-source resources, helping to modernize our audit function and support Avalara's approach to AI governance and responsible AI adoption.

Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional audit strategy with executive stakeholders across Security, Engineering, Compliance, Product, Risk Management, and G&A.
• Design and execute a risk-based IT audit plan that spans financial, operational, IT, security, and compliance domains.
• Manage multiple concurrent audit engagements end-to-end, from strategic scoping and risk prioritization through fieldwork, reporting, and remediation tracking.
• Deliver actionable insights to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.
• Contribute to the enterprise risk assessment framework, identifying emerging technology, cybersecurity, AI/ML, and business risks.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on AI governance, algorithmic risk, and control implications of deploying AI across Avalara's products and operations.
• Manage and help transform Avalara's IT ICFR/SOX compliance program.
• Set the standard for control design, testing methodology, and regulatory readiness.
• Manage relationships with IT external auditors to ensure continued alignment and communication.
• Lead annual technology risk assessments that shape the company's audit and enterprise risk management strategies.
• Deliver compelling, executive-ready audit reports that translate complex findings into clear business impact.
• Help build and develop a high-performing audit team.
• Champion the next generation of audit technology, deploying AI-powered anomaly detection, predictive risk scoring, and automated control testing.
• Play a central role in Avalara's public company readiness journey.
• Lead high-priority strategic initiatives, M&A due diligence, and special investigations.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Risk Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in IT audit (internal or external), with 3+ years in a people-leadership role within high-growth SaaS, FinTech, or technology companies.
• CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, CCSP or CISM preferred.
• Deep expertise in internal auditing standards, ICFR/SOX compliance, GAAP, PCAOB standards, SEC regulations, COSO, and COBIT.
• 5+ years managing complex ICFR/SOX compliance programs.
• Exceptional project management and strategic planning skills.
• Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain top audit talent.
• Experience with Salesforce, NetSuite, Workday and modern audit/GRC platforms preferred.
• Hands-on experience with data analytics, AI/ML-driven auditing techniques, and emerging AI governance frameworks is highly valued.

Compensation

The compensation range for this role is as follows: $153,300 - $252,900. The successful candidate's actual salary/wage may be based on various factors, such as geographic location, candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

This role is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance, depending on the terms of the applicable plan and the employee's role. This role is also eligible for an equity award, subject to the terms of the applicable plan.

Benefits

• Great compensation package, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
• Health & Wellness benefits vary by location but generally include private medical, life, and disability insurance.
• Avalara strongly supports diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Company Description

Avalara is defining the relationship between tax and tech. We’ve built an industry-leading cloud compliance platform, processing over 54 billion customer API calls and over 6.6 million tax returns a year. Our growth is real - we're a billion dollar business - and we’re not slowing down until we’ve achieved our mission - to be part of every transaction in the world.

We’re bright, innovative, and disruptive, capturing our quirky spirit and optimistic mindset. Join us, and your career will be too.