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About the role
We’re looking for a Head of Internal Controls to join Gusto’s Finance, BizOps & Strategy team. This leader will partner with accounting and technical leaders to build and scale a forward-thinking internal controls environment that supports Gusto’s growth and operational maturity. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- 12+ years of progressive experience in a Big 4 accounting firm, internal audit, or SOX compliance role program in a complex, scaling organization with professional certifications like CIA or CISA
- 5+ years of people leadership experience, with a track record of hiring, coaching, and developing experienced controls professionals and distributing judgment and institutional knowledge across a team
- Deep knowledge of US GAAP, the COSO framework, and the requirements supporting management’s ICFR assessment and external auditor attestation
- Breadth across business process controls and IT controls, with depth in at least 1 discipline and the judgment to lead experienced specialists across both
- A builder who can establish a long-term strategy and operating model while remaining close enough to the work to resolve ambiguous risks, challenge conclusions, and guide remediation
- The ability to influence senior leaders, translate technical and financial risks into practical decisions, and work credibly with Product, Engineering, external auditors, and the Audit Committee
More about this role
At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff — payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR — so owners can focus on their craft and their customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we support more than 500,000 small businesses nationwide and are building a workplace that reflects the people we serve.
All full-time employees receive competitive base pay, benefits, and equity (RSUs) — because everyone who helps build Gusto should share in its success. Offer amounts are determined by role, level, and location. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy .
AI is a fundamental part of how work gets done at Gusto. We expect all team members to actively engage with AI tools relevant to their role and grow their fluency as the technology evolves. AI experience requirements vary by role and will be assessed during the interview process.
We’re looking for a Head of Internal Controls to join Gusto’s Finance, BizOps & Strategy team. This leader will partner with accounting and technical leaders to build and scale a forward-thinking internal controls environment that supports Gusto’s growth and operational maturity.
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