Opendoor · 4 weeks ago
Senior SOX & Internal Auditor
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$124K/yr - $155K/yr
3+ years expOpendoor is a company focused on modernizing the real estate transaction process. They are seeking an experienced Auditor to lead SOX compliance and internal audit transformation through AI-driven automation, combining deep audit expertise with advanced technical capabilities to optimize controls over financial reporting and operational processes.
MarketplaceProperty DevelopmentProperty ManagementPropTechReal Estate
Responsibilities
Lead and manage SOX 404/302 program execution across business functions, including risk assessments, control design, SOX documentation (flowcharts, narratives, control matrices), control testing, deficiency remediation, and management reporting
Coordinate with external auditors (Big 4) during quarterly reviews and year-end audits, serving as primary point of contact for walkthroughs, testing support, and remediation discussions
Execute internal audit engagements covering financial controls, operational processes, IT general controls (ITGCs), and application controls (e.g., NetSuite, Snowflake access controls, data pipeline integrity)
Develop risk-based audit plans aligned with enterprise risk assessments and emerging business priorities
Design and implement automated controls that replace manual spreadsheet-based processes with SQL-based monitoring queries, Python scripts, and data analytics dashboards
Partner with business process owners (Accounting, Treasury, HR, Legal, Procurement, Revenue Operations) to identify control pain points and engineer automated solutions
Build continuous monitoring controls leveraging Snowflake, data build tool (dbt), Airflow, and analytics platforms to detect exceptions in real-time rather than quarterly testing cycles
Apply AI/ML techniques for anomaly detection, pattern recognition, and predictive control monitoring (e.g., identifying outliers in inventory valuations, unusual transaction patterns, access control violations)
Collaborate with Data Engineering and Analytics teams to integrate control logic into data pipelines and create self-service control dashboards for business owners
Work with IT, Data Engineering, and ERP Systems teams to understand system-based controls and implement control monitoring across the technology stack (NetSuite, Ramp, Rippling, Snowflake, Workday, etc.)
Manage GRC platform (Workiva preferred, or similar acceptable) for SOX documentation, test evidence, deficiency tracking, and management reporting
Drive continuous improvement by recommending efficiency enhancements, automation of manual control activities, and adoption of emerging control technologies
Stay current on evolving regulations (SEC, PCAOB, COSO), audit standards, and emerging technologies (GenAI, ML-based controls, control automation platforms)
Present findings, control maturity assessments, and automation roadmaps to senior leadership including CFO, Corporate Controller, and Audit Committee
Manage remediation tracking and coordinate cross-functional remediation efforts with process owners
Mentor and develop junior audit team members on technical skills, automation techniques, and audit methodology
Translate complex technical and automation concepts into business language for non-technical stakeholders
Qualification
Required
At least 3+ years of progressive experience in SOX compliance and internal audit, with at least one (1) year in a public company subject to SEC reporting requirements
Proven track record of designing and implementing automation in a SOX/audit context—must provide specific examples of automation projects led
Experience in high-growth technology companies, SaaS, PropTech, FinTech, or high-transaction volume environments strongly preferred
Direct involvement in Big 4 or similar external audit support, including responding to auditor inquiries, providing evidence, and managing remediation
Ability to translate technical automation concepts to business owners, influence process owners, and present to C-level executives
Ability to operate both at a strategic and tactical level
Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects
Proactive learner who stays current on emerging technologies
Collaborative skills to build strong relationships across functions
Proficiency in SQL with the ability to write queries for control testing and monitoring
Python scripting: demonstrated ability to write scripts for data analysis, control automation, and process orchestration
Data warehouse experience: working knowledge of Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, or similar cloud data platforms
Version control and collaboration: familiarity with Git/GitHub for code-based control documentation
Understanding of data pipeline orchestration tools (Airflow, dbt, or similar) and how controls integrate into data workflows
Expert knowledge of internal control frameworks (COSO, COBIT), SOX 404/302 requirements, control testing methodologies, and deficiency assessment
Strong understanding of PCAOB audit standards (AS 2201, AS 2301) and external auditor expectations
Familiarity with real estate industry controls (inventory valuation, revenue recognition, transaction processing) or willingness to quickly learn and develop expertise
Knowledge of financial reporting controls across the financial statement close process
Preferred
Prior experience at a Big 4 accounting firm in IT audit, SOX advisory, or automation/analytics practices
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle), procurement platforms (Ramp, Coupa), and HR systems (Workday, Rippling)
Hands-on experience building ML models for control monitoring
Workiva GRC platform expertise
Knowledge of data governance frameworks and master data management
Experience with continuous audit methodologies
Benefits
Paid time off
12 paid holidays per year
Medical/dental/vision insurance
Basic life insurance
401(k)
Company
Opendoor
Founded in 2014, Opendoor’s mission is to power life’s progress one move at a time.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.57BKey Investors
Jane Street CapitalGeneral AtlanticSoftBank Vision Fund
2025-09-24Post Ipo Equity· $362M
2025-05-19Post Ipo Debt· $325M
2023-09-20Post Ipo Secondary· $1.98M
Leadership Team
Kaz Nejatian
Chief Executive Officer
Christy Schwartz
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-09
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