Fintech, Mobile Banking, Financial Services

Internal Controls Manager

New York, NYOnsiteFull TimeManager / Head$145,000–$180,000 /yrPosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

internal controls
SOX 404
COSO framework
financial reporting
revenue recognition
procurement
payroll
access management
SOX 404 implementation
IPO readiness

Nice to have

CPA
CIA
CISA
high-growth startup
private to public transition
NetSuite

Role summary

Current, a leading consumer fintech platform with over 6 million members, seeks an Internal Controls Manager to build and own its internal control environment from the ground up. This high-ownership role involves designing controls across financial reporting, revenue recognition, procurement, payroll, and access management, and developing a SOX-readiness roadmap for IPO preparedness. The manager will partner with external auditors, perform control testing, conduct risk assessments, and collaborate with Engineering and IT on security controls. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience in internal controls/audit, deep knowledge of SOX 404 and COSO, and experience building controls in a fast-paced environment. CPA, CIA, or CISA certification is preferred. This role offers significant influence, direct visibility to leadership, and the opportunity to shape the company's path toward IPO or acquisition.

INTERNAL CONTROLS MANAGER

ABOUT CURRENT

Current is a leading consumer fintech platform transforming financial access for everyday Americans with over 6 million members. We provide access to financial solutions that seamlessly work together to solve the needs of our members and enable all Americans to build better financial futures. Based in NYC, our results-driven environment drives us to build better products, grow faster and empower everyone on our team to have an impact on our business and mission to improve financial outcomes.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're looking for an Internal Controls Manager to build and own our internal control environment as we scale. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role for someone who wants to design controls from the ground up rather than maintain an existing framework. You'll be the first dedicated controls hires, working closely with Finance, Accounting, and Engineering to make sure our processes can withstand an audit, a due diligence process, or a future SOX requirement.

At this stage, we don't have a legacy controls environment to inherit, you'll be building it. That means real influence over how the company operates as it scales, direct visibility with our Controller/CFO and auditors, and the opportunity to shape our path toward IPO-readiness or acquisition. It also means ambiguity: you'll need to prioritize and bring structure to a fast-moving environment.

RESPONSILITIES

Design, implement, and document internal controls across financial reporting, revenue recognition, procurement, payroll, and access management

Build a SOX-readiness roadmap and lead SOX 404 implementation as the company approaches an IPO or other trigger events

Partner with external auditors on annual financial statement audits — manage the PBC (prepared-by-client) list, walkthroughs, and testing

Perform regular control testing (design and operating effectiveness) and track remediation of any deficiencies

Assess and document key business processes (order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, payroll, equity/stock admin) and identify control gaps

Own risk assessment: identify financial, operational, and fraud risks and prioritize controls accordingly

Work cross-functionally with Engineering and IT on SOC 1/SOC 2 readiness, access controls, and change management controls

Draft and maintain policies and procedures (delegation of authority, expense policy, revenue recognition policy, etc.)

Support due diligence efforts for fundraising, M&A, or other strategic transactions

Educate and train process owners across the company on control requirements — this role has no built-in authority, so influence and clear communication matter

Recommend and help implement systems/tools (ERP, GRC platforms, workflow automation) to scale controls efficiently as headcount and transaction volume grow

ABOUT YOU

5–7 years of experience in internal controls, internal audit, external audit (Big 4 or regional firm), or a combination of these

Deep working knowledge of SOX 404, COSO framework, and internal control design/testing

Experience taking a company through a SOX 404 readiness process or first-year SOX compliance strongly preferred

CPA, CIA, or CISA certification preferred (not required if experience is strong)

Prior experience at a high-growth startup or in a company transitioning from private to public

Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting processes

Comfortable working with limited process documentation and building things from scratch

Excellent written communication — you'll be writing policies, procedures, and audit-ready documentation regularly

A pragmatic mindset: you know the difference between a control that reduces real risk and a control that just creates busywork

Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, Workday) and GRC/audit tools (Workiva, AuditBoard, or similar) is a plus

COMPENSATION

This role has a base salary range of $145,000 - $180,000. Compensation is determined based on experience, skill level, and qualifications, which are assessed during the interview process. Current offers a competitive total rewards package which includes base salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits.

BENEFITS

Competitive salary

Meaningful equity in the form of stock options

401(k) plan

Discretionary performance bonus program

Biannual performance reviews

Medical, Dental and Vision premiums covered at 100% for you and your dependents

Flexible time off and paid holidays

Generous parental leave policy

Commuter benefits

Fitness benefits

Healthcare and Dependent care FSA benefit

Employee Assistance Programs focused on mental health

Healthcare advocacy program for all employees

Access to mental health apps

Team building activities

Our modern NYC office with open floor plan, stocked kitchen, and catered lunches

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