Figma is growing our team of passionate people on a mission to make design accessible to all. Born on the Web, Figma helps entire product teams brainstorm, design and build better products — from start to finish. Whether it’s consolidating tools, simplifying workflows, or collaborating across teams and time zones, Figma makes the design process faster, more efficient, and fun while keeping everyone on the same page. From great products to long-lasting companies, we believe that nothing great is made alone—come make with us!
As the first hire in this newly created function, The Director of Internal Audit will create a foundation for providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve Figma’s operations. A key responsibility of this role will be the development and implementation of a Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program to support Figma’s path to becoming a public company. We are looking for a confident and collaborative leader excited to build processes and take our company to the next level.
This is a full time role that can be held from one of our US hubs or remotely in the United States.
What you'll do at Figma:

• Build, mentor, and manage the internal audit team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high ethical standards
• Establish, implement, and maintain a comprehensive SOX compliance program
• Identify and assess areas of significant business risk related to financial reporting and implement measures to mitigate these risks
• Partner with various department stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive understanding of business processes and related SOX risks
• Provide strategic direction and thought leadership to senior management and the audit committee
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure alignment on SOX testing and compliance requirements
• Advise on potential risks and provide recommendations for improving internal controls related to SOX
• Conduct audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, with a primary focus on SOX compliance
• Ensure appropriateness of internal control documentation for financial processes, IT applications, and ITGC's, including planning documents, narratives, process maps, walkthroughs, and tests of controls

We’d love to hear if you have:

• 10 years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or related fields
• Strong knowledge of professional standards (U.S. GAAP, GAAS, SOX 404, COSO, AS5 and the Professional Practices Framework of the IIA)
• Proven experience in a leadership role within internal audit, with specific expertise in SOX compliance
• Strong understanding of SOX requirements, risk-based auditing standards, and methodologies
• Ability to discuss complex issues with any level of management and influence perspectives
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

While it’s not required, it’s an added plus if you also have:

• CPA, CIA, or CISA certification
• SaaS industry experience

At Figma, one of our values is Grow as you go. We believe in hiring smart, curious people who are excited to learn and develop their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Pay Transparency DisclosureIf based in Figma’s San Francisco or New York hub offices, this role has the annual base salary range stated below.
Job level and actual compensation will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process (including skills and prior relevant experience, potential impact, and scope of role), market demands, and specific work location. The listed range is a guideline, and the range for this role may be modified. For roles that are available to be filled remotely, the pay range is localized according to employee work location by a factor of between 80% and 100% of range. Please discuss your specific work location with your recruiter for more information.
Figma offers equity to employees, as well a competitive package of additional benefits, including health, dental & vision, retirement with company contribution, parental leave & reproductive or family planning support, mental health & wellness benefits, generous PTO, company recharge days, a learning & development stipend, a work from home stipend, and cell phone reimbursement. Figma also offers sales incentive pay for most sales roles. Figma’s compensation and benefits are subject to change and may be modified in the future. You may view our Pay Transparency Policy by clicking on the corresponding link.
Annual Base Salary Range (SF/NY Hub):
$240,000—$348,000 USD
At Figma we celebrate and support our differences. We know employing a team rich in diverse thoughts, experiences, and opinions allows our employees, our product and our community to flourish. Figma is an equal opportunity workplace - we are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity/expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
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Examples of accommodations include but are not limited to:

• Holding interviews in an accessible location
• Enabling closed captioning on video conferencing
• Ensuring all written communication be compatible with screen readers
• Changing the mode or format of interviews

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