Internal Audit Senior Manager

Join Equinix, a global leader in digital infrastructure. As a Senior Manager in our Business Assurance Services (BAS) team, you will play a critical role in managing our Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program and executing risk-based financial and operational audits. You will work closely with the Director of Business Assurance Services and have the opportunity to advise management on internal control design and process improvements. This position offers a unique combination of SOX compliance and assurance roles, providing a platform for professional growth and development.

Plan, lead, and execute risk-based financial and operational audit and advisory activities, including managing the Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the SOX compliance program, ensuring alignment with SEC guidance and PCAOB standards.
• Build strong relationships and act as a trusted business advisor, providing value-added assurance, insights, and recommendations on governance, risk, compliance, and control improvement matters.
• Proven ability to lead projects, influence stakeholders, and work cross‑functionally across geographies
• Experience with the following systems is a plus: Oracle Cloud, PBCS, Siebel CRM & UCM, Workday, Salesforce, Coupa, Power BI, Tableau, Oracle Subscription Management, Revenue Management Cloud Services
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to assess issues quickly, identify root causes, and recommend practical solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; advanced degree (MBA or MS) a plus
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, global, and complex environment, balancing independent work with team leadership and collaboration
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effect change through collaboration, credibility, and professional judgment
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SEC guidance, PCAOB standards, and COSO 2013
• CPA required; additional certifications a plus (CIA, CISA, CRMA, etc.)

Commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and professional growth

• Self‑motivated, proactive, and results‑oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to improve the efficiency of the SOX program through innovative usage of AI tools
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%)

Preferred

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including SOX and/or audit experience; Big 4 or national audit firm experience and/or related experience at a multinational public company strongly preferred
• Strong SOX experience with deep knowledge of audit, accounting, financial processes, risk management, and internal controls