Director of Internal Audit & SOX Compliance

Blockchain is connecting the world to the future of finance. As the most trusted and fastest-growing global crypto company, it helps millions of people worldwide safely access cryptocurrency. Since its inception in 2011, Blockchain has earned the trust of over 90 million wallet holders and more than 40 million verified users, facilitating over $1 trillion in crypto transactions. Blockchain.com is seeking an accomplished Director of SOX & Internal Controls to lead our global Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for designing, implementing, and maturing a scalable internal control framework to support our continued global growth and public company readiness. You will partner cross-functionally with leaders in Finance, IT, Engineering, and Product to build and maintain a best-in-class control environment, embed operational excellence, and foster a culture of accountability across the organization. WHAT YOU WILL DO Lead our end-to-end global SOX 404 compliance program, including annual risk assessments, scoping, control design, testing, and remediation under the COSO framework. Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of internal controls professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Partner with Engineering, Product, and IT to design, monitor, and document automated controls and system dependencies for our core financial and operational systems. Partner with our Global Risk & Compliance IT team in serving as a trusted advisor on IT general controls (ITGCs), including system access, change management, and data integrity for all in-scope systems. Prepare and present clear, actionable reports on SOX compliance, control deficiencies, and remediation progress to executive leadership and the Audit Committee. Manage the relationship with external auditors, coordinating annual testing, process walkthroughs, and timely resolution of any findings. Drive SOX readiness and integration for any future acquisitions, ensuring a seamless onboarding of new processes and controls. Champion the continuous improvement and automation of controls across key business cycles (e.g., Order-to-Cash, Digital Assets, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report). WHAT YOU WILL NEED 12+ years of progressive experience in SOX compliance, internal audit, or risk management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Preference for prior experience in crypto, fintech, or start-up environments CPA, CIA, or CISA certification is required. Deep expertise in SOX 404 requirements, the COSO 2013 framework, and PCAOB auditing standards. Proven success building and scaling a SOX program in a high-growth, global technology company; prior public company experience is required. A combination of “Big 4” public accounting and corporate industry experience is strongly preferred. Strong understanding of IT general controls (ITGCs) and hands-on experience with complex financial systems Experience working with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite; Experience with NetSuite preferred Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cross-functional initiatives. A proactive, self-starter mindset with strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. COMPENSATION & PERKS Competitive full-time salary based on experience and meaningful equity in an industry-leading company This is a role based in our Dallas office, with a mandatory in-office presence four days per week. The opportunity to be a key player and build your career at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an exciting, emerging industry. Performance-based bonuses Apple equipment provided by the company Work from Anywhere Policy: You can work remotely from anywhere in the world for up to 20 days per year. We also offer benefits that include medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, paid parental leave, flexible paid time off. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and full-time employees will receive equity as part of the compensation package. Note: Blockchain.com benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements. Blockchain is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. 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