Director, Technology Internal Controls and SOX Compliance

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.  As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.  ROLE SUMMARY:   The SOX Technology Controls Director is a key member of Rivian’s SOX Compliance function within the Chief Accounting Organization, building confidence for our investor community through implementing a strong SOX program. In this role , you will design, implement, and monitor controls to address our financial reporting risks and obligations, including working closely with technology and business leaders and their teams across the organization. You will report to and work closely with the Sr. Director, Internal Controls and SOX Compliance in the following:  THIS IS WHAT YOU’LL DO:   Develop, lead, and execute risk assessments to identify technology risks impacting internal controls over financial reporting, identify related IT dependencies , and scope key systems, applications, and tools within the SOX program Collaborate cross functionally to design leading edge practices with a financial compliance mindset across several complex technology systems and processes , including ERP controls, comprehensive SDLC controls, and DevOps & continuous deployment Conduct and document walkthroughs across all systems, application , and tools and work with system owners to ensure timely review and updates to the control documentation , including documentation of the key IT dependencies (reports, automated controls, interfaces) Work closely with IT and engineering leaders in providing internal control guidance in the development and enhancement of technology process Monitor and assess emerging technology risks with the growth and evolution of the business and develop plans to implement appropriate controls to timely address these emerging risks Provide reporting to technology , and other business leaders on program status, health and effectiveness of the technology control environment Collaborate and align with the company’s internal and external audit around technology risks and SOX program approach THIS IS WHAT YOU’LL NEED:   Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree a plus in Computer Science, Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, or related field Technical certification required (e.g., CISA, CPA, CIA, PMP) 12+ years of work experience in managing and/or assessing technology SOX controls; Big 4 audit firm or equivalent audit experience preferred Developed expertise and extensive experience with leading and performing SOX technology program design, control implementation , and monitoring of SOX program Experience in implementing internal controls in early stage public companies is strongly preferred Experience and knowledge of technology controls supporting inventory, supply chain , and manufacturing business processes is strongly preferred Experience with SAP is preferred Strong communication skills, including presenting to and influencing senior business leaders Demonstrated success managing concurrent workstreams/projects independently Travel can be up to 25%, including domestic and international locations   THIS IS WHERE YOU’LL WORK:   Department: Internal Controls and SOX Compliance     Equal Opportunity Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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