What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leader of Internal Audit and SOX Compliance position at Intapp?
About Intapp:
Intapp, based in Silicon Valley, is a leader in Vertical AI SaaS solutions, collaborating with the world’s top firms globally across accounting, consulting, investment banking, legal, private capital, and real assets. With 20 years of industry expertise, Intapp's "Intelligence Applied" approach is transforming how businesses operate and leverages a strategic partnership with Microsoft in delivering industry cloud solutions. The company culture promotes accountability, responsibility, and growth in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment. Since going public in 2021 and trading on the NASDAQ, Intapp has expanded to over 1,200 employees globally with development centers in Palo Alto, Charlotte, Belfast, Berlin and Lisbon.
Position Overview:
Leader of Internal Audit and SOX Compliance
About this Role:
We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Leader of Internal Audit to lead our global internal audit function, drive continuous improvement, and foster innovation. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in assessing Intapp’s risk management, governance, and internal control processes, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX). In this role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with our executive leadership team and play a pivotal role in maintaining the Company’s financial and operational integrity. This position requires strategic thinking, leadership, and the ability to foster collaboration across departments.
What you will do:
Education and Certification:
Our culture at Intapp emphasizes accountability, responsibility, and growth. We support each other in a positive, open atmosphere that fosters creativity, approachability, and teamwork. We’re committed to creating a modern work environment that’s connected yet flexible, supporting both professional success and work-life balance. In return for your passion, commitment, and collaborative approach, we offer:
Intapp provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and will make hiring decisions without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All offers are contingent upon passing a criminal history and other background checks if applicable to the position.
Please note: Intapp will not hire through text message, social media, or email alone. We will never extend a job offer unless you have been contacted directly by an Intapp recruiter and have participated in the interview process which will generally consist of 3 or more virtual or in person meetings. Please note that Intapp only uses company email addresses, which contain “@intapp.com” or “@dealcloud.com” to communicate with candidates via email. Intapp will never ask for financial information of any kind or for any payment during the job application process. We post all legitimate job openings on the Intapp Career Site at https://www.intapp.com/working-at-intapp/. If you believe you were a victim of such a scam, you may contact your local authorities. Intapp is not responsible for any claims, losses, damages, or expenses resulting from scammers.
Intapp, based in Silicon Valley, is a leader in Vertical AI SaaS solutions, collaborating with the world’s top firms globally across accounting, consulting, investment banking, legal, private capital, and real assets. With 20 years of industry expertise, Intapp's "Intelligence Applied" approach is transforming how businesses operate and leverages a strategic partnership with Microsoft in delivering industry cloud solutions. The company culture promotes accountability, responsibility, and growth in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment. Since going public in 2021 and trading on the NASDAQ, Intapp has expanded to over 1,200 employees globally with development centers in Palo Alto, Charlotte, Belfast, Berlin and Lisbon.
Position Overview:
Leader of Internal Audit and SOX Compliance
About this Role:
We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Leader of Internal Audit to lead our global internal audit function, drive continuous improvement, and foster innovation. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in assessing Intapp’s risk management, governance, and internal control processes, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX). In this role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with our executive leadership team and play a pivotal role in maintaining the Company’s financial and operational integrity. This position requires strategic thinking, leadership, and the ability to foster collaboration across departments.
What you will do:
- Lead the internal audit function to perform an annual risk assessment process, identify and assess key risks and controls within the organization, and define the comprehensive internal audit strategy and plan to address them.
- Develop a risk-based internal audit plan of operational, financial, and compliance processes based on the Company’s strategic risks and objectives for the Audit Committee and ensuring they are in accordance with professional standards and timelines.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and department leads to identify and assess risks and develop strategies and operational controls to mitigate them. Partner with other departments as needed to enhance governance, risk management, and compliance in a regulated environment.
- Provide advisory and assurance services to executive leadership and the Audit Committee over financial, technology, security, other operational, and compliance processes and provide guidance on risk management and corporate governance matters
- Work closely with external auditors regarding matters related to internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR).
- Oversee the coordination and resolution of any internal or external audit findings
- Work closely with the Legal department regarding ethics, risk, and regulatory matters.
- Engage in specialized projects and initiatives as directed by executive leadership.
- Provide regular reports and updates to executive leadership and the Audit Committee on the status of internal audit activities, findings, as well as practical recommendations aligning with the Company’s strategies and priorities
- Design and implement internal audit practices, policies and procedures in accordance with The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), and remain informed about industry trends, regulations, and best practices to ensure the Company’s internal audit practices are current and effective.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including executive management, the audit committee, external auditors and regulators.
- Oversee the development and operations of the Internal Audit team, including leading, mentoring, and development to ensure efficient and effective execution of audit plans and assignment
- Develop and manage the internal audit budget and resources effectively
Education and Certification:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- 13 years of experience in internal auditing or public accounting, including 3 years in management or leadership role.
- Experience leading and managing global teams
- Strong understanding of SOX compliance, internal controls, and risk management frameworks.
- Experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, preferably in SaaS or manufacturing industries
- Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation abilities, with experience delivering reports to senior leadership or Audit Committees.
- Proficiency in audit tools and data analytics platforms (e.g., ACL, IDEA, or similar tools).
- Experience with Business Applications such as Netsuite, Workday, Salesforce
- CPA, CISA, or CIA preferred
Our culture at Intapp emphasizes accountability, responsibility, and growth. We support each other in a positive, open atmosphere that fosters creativity, approachability, and teamwork. We’re committed to creating a modern work environment that’s connected yet flexible, supporting both professional success and work-life balance. In return for your passion, commitment, and collaborative approach, we offer:
- Competitive base salary plus variable compensation and equity
- Generous paid parental leave, including adoptive leave
- Traditional comprehensive benefits, plus:
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Tuition reimbursement plan
- Family Formation benefit offered by Carrot
- Wellness programs and benefits provided by Modern Health
- Paid volunteer time off and donation matching for the causes you care about
- Opportunities for personal growth and professional development supported by a community of talented professionals
- An open, collaborative environment where your background and contributions are valued
- Experience at a growing public company where you can make an impact and achieve your goals
- Open offices and kitchens stocked with beverages and snacks
Intapp provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and will make hiring decisions without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All offers are contingent upon passing a criminal history and other background checks if applicable to the position.
Please note: Intapp will not hire through text message, social media, or email alone. We will never extend a job offer unless you have been contacted directly by an Intapp recruiter and have participated in the interview process which will generally consist of 3 or more virtual or in person meetings. Please note that Intapp only uses company email addresses, which contain “@intapp.com” or “@dealcloud.com” to communicate with candidates via email. Intapp will never ask for financial information of any kind or for any payment during the job application process. We post all legitimate job openings on the Intapp Career Site at https://www.intapp.com/working-at-intapp/. If you believe you were a victim of such a scam, you may contact your local authorities. Intapp is not responsible for any claims, losses, damages, or expenses resulting from scammers.