Lead Senior SOX Technology Auditor

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SOX PMO Overview

The SOX PMO is tasked with eBay's compliance with the provisions of Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 ("SOX"). Our efforts support management’s ability to certify that internal controls over financial reporting are designed and operating effectively at eBay. The team works closely with key partners across eBay's operations and corporate functions globally, including our technology organizations. In addition to oversight of the global SOX program, the team also supports the business by driving and/or assisting in key operational excellence initiatives and improvements in internal controls. The SOX team is organizationally positioned within eBay's Internal Audit function.

Job Description

Under the direction of the SOX Director and Managers, the Lead Senior SOX Auditor provides assurance as to the effectiveness of internal controls within assigned business areas. General responsibilities include gaining an understanding of the overall financial control environment, coordinating documentation requests and testing, identifying and evaluating deficiencies, and providing controls guidance for process and system changes. They collaborate closely with process and control owners to ensure the success of  eBay’s global SOX program.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic who enthusiastically commits to projects and tasks. They have strong project management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. They can see the big picture as well as dig deep into details when needed. Additional key qualities include understanding of financial cycles and process mapping skills, ability to perform in a matrixed environment and lead through influence to effect process change and improvements. This position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills spanning across all levels of management. Those who have been most successful in this role thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment that is results driven.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the design assessment of in-scope processes by leading walkthroughs and facilitating the identification and documentation of key controls with key business partners
• Participate in the testing of key controls, key reports / spreadsheets in conjunction with co-sourced service providers
• Review attestation / audit reports (e.g., SOC, Internal Audit) to identify SOX relevance of key findings
• Collaborate with process and control owners to assess the impact of identified deficiencies and support remediation efforts /process and control enhancements
• Proactively identify and monitor process and system changes resulting from eBay’s strategic objectives
• Participate in SOX readiness audits and other activities for new areas
• Leverage data visualization techniques to prepare reports for senior management detailing status of the program and highlighting key trends and risks
• Support the department’s continuous improvement efforts by identifying and implementing opportunities to automate control activities and/or related testing procedures across in-scope processes, including the use of analytics and/or AI.
• Maintain current with emerging accounting standards and provide technical guidance commensurate with experience to key partners

Job Requirements

Required:

• BA/BS in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 4 years of audit experience performing SOX compliance and/or operational/IT audits with an emphasis on internal controls
• Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and knowledge of legal, regulatory and industry requirements

Preferred:

• Big 4 accounting firm experience
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CA, CIA, CISA)
• SAP ERP experience
• Understanding of eCommerce and FinTech industries and global payment processing practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree required

Shift

Day

The base pay range for this position is expected in the range below:

$70,000 - $120,700

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a target bonus and restricted stock units (as applicable) in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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