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Join BitGo, a leading digital asset custody and financial services company, as the Head of Internal Audit. In this pivotal role, you will design and execute a risk-based audit program, drive Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and serve as a trusted advisor on internal control, regulatory compliance, and operational risk. You will work closely with various teams, including Legal, Compliance, Finance, and Technology, to identify control gaps and promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Design and execute a risk-based audit program across BitGo’s global operations, drive Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and serve as a trusted advisor on internal control matters.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct co-sourced audit resources engaged in the planning and execution of operational and compliance audits, ensuring consistent audit quality and timely delivery of findings.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with external auditors, managing day-to-day interactions, coordinating audit requests, and aligning on scope and control reliance strategies.
• Hands-on experience managing SOC 1 and SOC 2 readiness and examination processes, including coordinating with service auditors and internal stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage and direct co-source or third-party audit providers, including scoping engagements, reviewing work product, and ensuring quality and timeliness

Requirements

• The ideal candidate is a seasoned audit leader who thrives in dynamic, fast-moving environments and brings deep expertise in financial services or technology
• 10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, public accounting, or a combination thereof, including demonstrated leadership of audit teams or functions
• Experience operating in or auditing regulated financial services entities, with a strong understanding of the regulatory and compliance landscape applicable to such organizations
• Strong executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to present complex audit findings and risk themes clearly and credibly to Boards, Audit Committees, and C-suite stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; advanced degree a plus
• Deep expertise in SOX / ICFR compliance, including scoping, control design evaluation, testing, and deficiency assessment in complex organizational environments
• Knowledge of the rules, regulations, and supervisory expectations applicable to federally chartered trust banks, including OCC guidance, fiduciary standards, and related compliance obligations

Preferred

• One or more relevant professional certifications, including Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Prior experience in the digital assets industry, including familiarity with digital asset custody, trading, staking, or settlement operations and the associated risk and control environment

Pay

USD 190,000 - 275,000