Analyst, Risk Advisory Partners
Snap Inc. is a camera company. We believe that reinventing the camera represents our greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Our products empower people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world and have fun together.
The Finance Team includes Finance Business Partnership, Accounting, Finance Operations, Financial Systems, Internal Audit, Tax, Treasury, and Investor Relations teams. Together, the team partners with leadership to provide insights, information, and guidance to make strategic and operational decisions, inform investors about our business model and progress, and ensure the company is financially healthy and consistently meeting our reporting obligations.
We’re looking for a Risk Advisory Partner (RAP) Analyst to join Snap Inc! Working on the Risk Advisory Partners (RAP) team, you will partner across Accounting, Engineering, and HR to implement and assess our internal controls strategy by performing walkthroughs and executing testing procedures for SOX controls. Additionally working from our Santa Monica, CA office you’ll get the opportunity to work cross functionally with other teams across the organization performing risk assessments and operational reviews.
What you’ll do:
Based on SOX Compliance control procedures performed, formulate value-adding conclusions supported by facts and data, and provide recommendations and guidance on identified control gaps and risks
Assist with developing test procedures relevant to risk and test objectives and executing audits as part of the for both business processes and IT systems.
Support IT risk assessments and help execute enterprise risk management plans
Support the Internal Controls Management in identifying business and technology risks and mitigation strategies
Perform design assessments, planning, fieldwork, reporting and follow-up phases of business process and/or IT SOX work programs and audit plans
Track remediation to completion and provide recommendations for control improvements
Perform control and report testing to address audit assertions
Own key tasks and work streams in the SOX Compliance Program
Execute against RAP’s operational and risk assessment plans across the organization.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with business/accounting process owners
Research and stay current on new technical literature applicable to the internal controls process (e.g., PCAOB guidance, SEC, ISACA etc.), emerging trends and best practices
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Deep knowledge of and experience in working through Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
Proven understanding of COSO Framework and other relevant frameworks
Expertise in application of internal controls, risk principles, and US GAAP
Possess high standards for personal work results and displays pride in executing responsibilities
Ability to function within and lead a co-source relationship with external service provider
Has been a part of an operational, regulatory, or compliance internal audit that resulted in management recommendations
Previous experience in cross-functional collaboration, including with Finance, IT, and other operational business divisions
Able to optimally interact with various levels of management, including functional department managers and directors
Someone who thrives on building from the ground up and enjoys reaching for the highest performance standards
Proactive and results-driven and able to deliver by collaborating with people throughout the organization
Executes well and flourishes in an fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to multifaceted changes
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Able to work independently while operating collaboratively as a phenomenal teammate
Minimum Qualifications:
BA/BS in accounting, finance, economics, business administration, engineering, information systems, or other related business subject area or equivalent years of experience
1-2+ years experience with a public accounting firm in an assurance or advisory role, company's internal audit, or SOX department required (i.e., Performing Business Process and IT audits)
Preferred Qualifications:
CPA, CIA, or CISA
Experience using data analytics tools like Tableau, Alteryx, and Looker
Working proficiency with data analytics languages like SQL and Python
Experience with a major ERP platform (Oracle etc.) supporting financial reporting
Familiar with Auditboard, the GRC, SOX, Audit, Compliance, & Risk Management software
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don’t be shy and contact us at [email protected].
Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid maternity & paternity leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!