We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as the Vice President, Head of Internal Audit and Controls to ensure our internal control environment is robust and our operations adhere to regulatory and industry standards. This role will lead the internal audit function, overseeing the preparation and execution of the annual SOX 404 assessment and risk-based audit plan.

Role:

Reporting to the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible for leading the internal audit function and developing comprehensive internal controls to safeguard the company's assets, enhance the reliability of financial reporting, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of audit processes and risk management in a SaaS environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management:

• Lead, manage and mentor the internal audit function, including planning, executing, and reporting on internal audits promoting a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

• Develop and maintain a team of highly skilled internal audit professionals.

• Provide guidance, training, and mentoring to the audit team to ensure continuous development and high performance.

• Oversee hiring and training of qualified internal and external staff resources.

Internal Controls:

• Design, implement, and monitor effective internal controls to ensure the integrity of financial reporting and compliance with SOX requirements.

• Evaluate and improve existing internal controls to address emerging risks and changes in the regulatory environment.

• Collaborate with various departments to ensure internal controls are integrated into business processes and operations.

Audit and Risk Management:

• Develop and execute a risk-based audit plan to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.

• Identify areas of potential risk and provide recommendations to mitigate those risks.

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of audit findings, including actionable recommendations for improvement.

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices, including SOX and other applicable laws.

• Stay current with industry trends and regulatory changes to proactively address potential compliance issues.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with executive management, the Board of Directors, and the Audit Committee to communicate audit findings, risk assessments, and the status of internal controls.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including external auditors, regulators, and other third parties.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA) is preferred.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in internal auditing, risk management, or related fields, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a public company, preferably in the SaaS or technology sector. Prior experience in public accounting working in internal audit and controls is preferred.

• Experience in working with executive leadership teams and proven history of engagement with public company Boards and Audit Committees.

• Deep knowledge of SOX requirements, experience in designing and evaluating internal controls and experience in working in complex or disaggregated control environments.

• Strong understanding of audit methodologies, risk management frameworks, and regulatory compliance, including PCAOB standards and requirements

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.

• Proven ability to think strategically and critically, with a track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to ethical standards.

Personal Characteristics:

• Team-oriented, work well engaging with teams across the company, with an ability to lead with respect, humility and integrity.

• Exceptional leader and action-oriented self-starter who can set strategy and drive execution with a "roll up the sleeves" approach, strong entrepreneurial spirit.

• Creative problem-solver and conceptual thinker with an ability to understand and leverage detail-oriented and analytical issues as needed.

• Passionate about building high achieving businesses and teams.

• Someone that can build consensus and influence across all levels within the organization, including sponsors, companies, clients, and other external stakeholders.

• You possess high emotional intelligence and self-awareness with a proven ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization.

Compensation:
Base compensation range: $197,000-$228,000. Additionally, short-term incentive target and equity are included in the overall compensation package. This compensation range is specific to the United States labor market and may be adjusted based on actual experience. This range is not all inclusive as total compensation for this role also includes a variable component in addition to the base salary that will increase total earnings.

EverCommerce considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, candidate’s work location, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, external market data, as well as market and business considerations when making compensation decisions.

EverCommerce is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We look forward to reviewing your credentials and getting to know more about your experience!

Where:

The EverCommerce team is distributed globally, with teams in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Jordan, New Zealand, and Australia. With a widely distributed team, we are used to working remotely across different time zones. This role can be based anywhere in the United States– if you’re close to one of our offices, we can set you up in-office or you can work 100% remotely. Please note that you must be eligible to work without sponsorship to qualify for this position, and this role will require travel to our Corporate Headquarters in Denver, Colorado, or to other office locations around North America.

Benefits & Perks:

• Flexibility to work where/how you want within your country of employment – in-office, remote, or hybrid

• Robust health and wellness benefits, including an annual wellness stipend

• Continued investment in your professional development through Udemy

• 401k with company match

• Annual wellness stipend

• Flexible and generous paid time off

• Employee Stock Purchase Program